Staff Profile: Mrs. Linger

By: Danielle Shehee

*Geometry/Algebra I Teacher*


Q: Why did you decide to become a teacher?

“I came from a family of teachers; that’s what I knew growing up. I like to help students, both junior high and high school.”

Q: How do you deal with a stressful situation? 

“I talk about it to my husband, daughter, and close friends. I also sit in my hot tub and play games on my phone to relax.”

Q: What is your most interesting, high school memory? 

“In general, dressing up for spirit week with my classmates and teachers; it was always so fun to do.”

Q: If you could have a different job, what would it be?

“I would organize people’s houses and clean them. Their house can’t be too dirty, though.”

Q: What was your funniest, teaching moment? 

“When I was pregnant with my daughter, I would have to run out of class because I was sick to my stomach and have to eat cheerios in front of everyone to feel better.”

Q: What was your biggest setback in life? 

“My biggest challenge would be my health issues; they don’t set me back, they’re just difficult for me to deal with. I’m able to overcome them because God is on my side.”

Q: If you could change one thing in the school, what would it be?

“Students being able to persevere through difficult situations including academic situations.” 

Q: Do you have any advice for the students of Brooklyn? 

“Take advantage of what’s offered to you in a small school with teachers and principals able to help you.”

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