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    Mrs. Aura Lester
    GVMS 8th grade Science, Room 111
    610-644-6442 ext. 71111
    Email: alester@gvsd.org
     
     
    I have been teaching in the Great Valley School District since 2004. This is my 16th year with the district. Prior to teaching I work in the field of research and non-formal environmental education.
    In Great Valley, I have taught Biology, Ecology, and AP Environmental Science at GVHS, and now 8th grade science at GVMS.  
     
    Education:
    Master of Education, Cabrini College 2016
    Teaching Certification program, West Chester University 2004
    B.S. Biology: Ecology, West Chester University 1999
     
    Extra Curricular:
    Envirothon Team Coach 2004-present
    Ecology Club 2008-2011
    Eco-Adventure Club 2011-2014
    Environmental Enthusiasts Club 2016-2017
    Science Olympiad- Co-advisor and judge at 2017 event 
     
     
    Relevant Work Experience:
    Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education- Grant Program Coordinator
    Marine Biological Laboratory- Toolik Lake Field Station, Alaska- Research Assistant
    West Chester University, Research Assistant
    MWH, Environmental Consultant- Data Manager
    United States Geological Survey, Biology Lab Technician