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Academic Credentials of Minneapolis Public Schools

Special Site Principals

 

There are seven (7) specialized programs in the Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS).

 

The MPS website states that “Specialized Programming is designed to meet specific community placement needs or the requirements of a student's individual education plan (IEP). To receive special education services, a student must first be evaluated and meet state criteria. Once qualified, an Individual Education Plan (IEP) is developed for the student. Programs and services are provided to students and their families begin at birth through age 21 or completion of a secondary education program. Special education is also available for students who live in Minneapolis that attend nonpublic schools.”

 

Below find the degrees and certifications for those occupying positions as MPS principals in specialized programs.

 

 

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Credentials of MPS Principals at Special Sites

 

 

Jason J. Backes 

(MPS Metro HA)

 

B.S.

 

Occupational Therapy

 

SUNY Buffalo

 

M.S.

 

Occupational Therapy

 

University of New Hampshire

 

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Malvirce Thomas Edwards, Jr. 

(Harrison Education Center)

 

B.S.

 

Psychology/Criminal Justice

 

University of Northwestern

 

M.S.

 

Educational Leadership

 

Minnesota State University/Mankato

 

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Joseph Groves 

(Transition Plus)

 

B.S.

 

Sociology

 

St. Mary’s University

 

M.Ed.

 

Curriculum and Instruction

 

University of St. Thomas

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Rhonda D. Larkin 

(Stadium View)

 

B.A.

 

Ethnic Studies

 

California State University/Hayward

 

M.A.

 

Teaching

 

John F. Kennedy University

 

M.A.

 

Education Leadership and Supervision

 

Roosevelt University

 

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Padmini S. Udupa 

(Longfellow)

 

B.S.

 

Biology

 

University of Bombay

 

M. S.

 

Biological Science

 

University of Bombay

 

M.A.

 

Educational Psychology

 

University of Minnesota/Twin Cities

 

Ph. D.

 

Educational Psychology

 

University of Minnesota/Twin Cities

 

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Clint R. Whisler 

(River Bend)

 

B.A.

 

Secondary Education and History

 

Jamestown College

 

M.S.

 

Educational Leadership and Administration

 

St. Cloud State University