EDUCATION:

Master's Degree of Education in School Counseling, Shippensburg University

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Mrs. Baker has been at CASA for 10 years. She is originally from Pennsylvania. In her free time, Mrs. Baker enjoys traveling, reading, putzing around the garden, and genealogy research.

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What brought you to CASA?

At the time, I was looking for a part-time job so I could put my younger child on the school bus in the morning. CASA gave me that flexibility for two years then evolved into a full-time job (plus) over the years. 

 

Where did you work and what was your role prior to coming to CASA?

I was a school counselor at Susquenita HS, Cedar Cliff HS, for the CAIU with stints at Bishop McDevitt HS, Londonderry Private School and Harrisburg Academy and I also worked at Infinity Charter School for a short time. While rearing my children, I worked for a private company in college consulting and I worked for 2 years in the admissions office of Shippensburg University while in graduate school.

 

What is your favorite part of working at CASA?

Hands down, the people! Students and staff alike. It's a positive environment where students are challenged, their artistry shines forth and their growth is immense.

 

What is your connection to the arts? How are you an artist?

I literally have none and no artistic ability.

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What do you feel is your impact on our school community, students, and culture?

I was called "Miss Sunshine" by a student recently and I think my cheerfulness, outlook and positivity can be contagious. My work experience and networking connections also provide a great library of resources for our students.

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What advice do you have for our students?

Be you. Wake up every day and be the best version of YOU that you can be.​

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Fun fact about Mrs. Baker:

My undergraduate degree is in Criminal Justice and I worked as an Investigator for four years before returning to graduate school.