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Heather Duke joins the Norfolk Academy family as a Lower School Guidance Counselor. After earning her undergraduate degree in psychology and child and family development from The University of Georgia, she attended The University of Alabama for graduate studies, earning a master's degree in school psychometry and an educational specialist degree in school psychology while serving as a research assistant for the counseling department. For the past 13 years, she has served as a school psychologist in public schools, including in Gwinnett County and most recently Virginia Beach.

Why did you want to become a teacher?
I have always enjoyed working with children. They share such fun and interesting perspectives of the world, and their energy can be so contagious! I love watching children learn and grow through the years.

What excites you about Norfolk Academy?
The collegiality of the faculty and staff is inspiring. It is clear that we all have a common purpose - the children!

What's one fun fact about you students might find interesting?
I have flown an airplane and have jumped out of one (don't worry, it was not the same one!).