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RESIDENT LIBRARIAN
Ann Truesdell
Ann Truesdell is currently the resident librarian at Groves and Seaholm high schools, a position she takes great pride in. Before this, she served as the librarian at Birmingham Covington School for a remarkable 18 years. Mrs. Truesdell has an extensive educational background, holding a bachelor's degree in English and Elementary Education, as well as two master's degrees - one in Library and Information Science and another in Education.
Alongside her passion for books and knowledge, she also enjoys activities such as reading, writing, practicing yoga, exploring the outdoors, traveling, and cherishing moments with her husband and four children.