Tracie Short, M.ED.
Middle School Science, Math and English Tutor
Mrs. Short grew up here in Spotsylvania County and is a graduate of Courtland High School. She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Virginia Commonwealth University. She received her endorsement in Gifted Education from Mary Washington College. She began working in Spotsylvania County Schools in 1994, and, although she is certified K-8, has taught at the middle school level ever since. She enjoys teaching Science, Math, and English, as well as doing enrichment with those identified in the gifted program. No matter who she is working with, Mrs.Short believes that every student is capable of learning and encourages her students to find their gift and make the most of it. She enjoys classroom teaching but finds it very rewarding to work one on one with students to help them understand something they are having difficulty with. When not working at school or tutoring, she enjoys hanging out with her husband and sons at sporting events, the theater, or, her favorite place, the BEACH!!
Masters Degree in Education
Teaches: Elementary and Middle School Subjects
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2020-10-14T16:15:51+0000
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2018-06-08T02:05:15+0000
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2018-06-07T22:46:05+0000
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2018-03-23T20:29:18+0000
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2017-11-08T18:59:11+0000
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2017-03-14T15:53:50+0000
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2016-06-02T12:20:59+0000
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