THOMAS S. TRAUTMAN, Ed.D, Vice President, Curriculum, joined the Company in his current position in May 2000. From 1997 to 2000, Dr. Trautman was the Vice President of Electronic Learning Environments in Phoenix, Arizona. He worked with The Menta Group of Illinois, a provider of alternative school services, in various capacities from 1982 to 1997. The roles included psychological assessment and planning educational and instructional programs for children and adolescents, administration of school programs, and fiscal management. His extensive experience with children in educational and therapeutic environments has led to a deep understanding of how to shape experiences, relationships, and environments to maximize student learning. From 1990 to 1997, Dr. Trautman served as the Executive Director of The Menta Group's Arizona operations.
Dr. Trautman has a doctorate in Educational Psychology from Northern Illinois University and a Master's degree in School Psychology from Alfred University. |