Shannon Shuptrine

Shannon grew up in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and lives there now with her husband and son when he is home from college in Ireland. Most of her a-ha moments have occurred in the natural world or when connecting and working closely with others in challenging situations. She was naturally drawn to place-based education because of the care, community, and citizenship involved. Shannon received her Masters of Education from Antioch New England Graduate School and practiced place-based education at her first teaching job at Waynflete School in Portland, Maine. She and her husband, Ben, also ran a place-based summer program in Maine for eight years.

For over twenty years she worked as a classroom teacher in both public and independent schools and also served as the Director of the Elementary School at Journeys School. She worked as a Professional Learning Coach and Program Designer for Place Network as well as assuming the role of Interim Director of Place Network. A healthy body and mind, and a learner's curiosity are important personal commitments.