Jana O'Connell

Graduate programs I cover:
Applied Behavior Analysis, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, English as a Second Language, Reading & Literacy Instruction 

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Best way to contact:
jaoconnell@baypath.edu or 781-423-3679 Monday thru Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM EST

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What I like most about my role:
I like working with students to learn about their backgrounds and aspirations for their future to assist them in selecting the educational path that will meet both their personal and professional goals.

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My favorite thing about Bay Path University:
I love the community of learning that is found and fostered at Bay Path both for employees and for students. It is a great place to come to work and study to achieve your goals both personally and professionally.

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The most important part of an application:
My favorite part about the application is the essay.  It gives applicants a chance to tell their story, which enables me to best support them on their educational journey.

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Advice about applying to grad school:
Life is busy.  I often hear “I will apply for Graduate school when I have more time…”   My answer is “There will never be a perfect time, so there is no time like the present to invest in your most important commodity, you."

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My favorite motto or quote:
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.  - Winston Churchill

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Degree(s):
BA Elementary Education, Saint Michael’s College
MSEd, Trinity College of Vermont

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About me:
I have worked in education for over 20 years.  I have three teenagers who keep me on my toes.  When I am not at work, I love spending time with my family watching and participating in various sporting activities which keeps me young.