| In first grade, professional evaluations concluded
that Shari Rusch could not be educated beyond the fifth grade level. They
were wrong! With determination and the help of teachers, peers, and family
members Shari succeeded far beyond those early assessments. She is now
a college graduate, a certified teacher, and has earned her masters degree
in education. Shari also is the author of Stumbling Blocks to Stepping
Stones, a talented vocalist and dynamic speaker. Through humor, music
and a captivating presentation style, Shari brings her personal story
of perseverance to life.
But Shari’s triumphant struggle with her education is just part
of her fascinating story. Her parents divorced when she was in fourth
grade, and her mother’s second marriage ended after less than two
years. As a result, Shari was a latchkey child from a single parent
household for most of her childhood. She has overcome the challenges
of separation, divorce, blended families, economic challenges, and even
the loss of a loved one who committed suicide.
Shari reaches into the hearts and lives of students, educators and
parents with her warmth and compassion. She is a positive role model
whose message of perseverance and hope inspires every audience.
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