Marian Floyd
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I am a retired teacher. I live in Middle TN and worked for a local high school. I enjoy Lady Vols Basketball, Vols Football, Basketball and all things UT Orange. I have my Master's Degree in supervision and administration and am also certified in 6 other areas including English, Biology, Special Education K-12 and General Science. I taught in Humphreys County Alternative School for 13 years befor transfering to high school level English, as well as U.S. Government and Biology I. I am certified as Highly Qualified in English and Biology.
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