About
As a lifelong resident, I am proud to call Grafton my home. I was educated through the Grafton Public Schools and graduated from Grafton High School in 1987. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Assumption College. In 1994, I married Roger Trahan and owned and operated Lori’s Floral Bouquet in Grafton. After I sold my business, I started my family and became a proud mom of my son, Blake. Later, I earned my Master’s of Education Degree from Lesley University. Currently, I am an English as a Second Language teacher in the town of Webster.
The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.
B.B. King
Philosophy of Education
Lori's Philosophy
My philosophy of education is that I believe every student deserves a safe and supportive learning environment filled with challenging curriculum.
Education should develop critical thinking, and strong academic skills. Schools must always challenge students while also nurturing their curiosity, creativity, and character.
Strengths to be on Grafton School Committee
Leader
Collaboration and Teamwork
Educator
I am a proven leader.
I started and operated my own business.
As a past Apple Tree Board member, I was part of the funding raising and budget team.
A leader is a person who is a strong listener, decision maker and provides respectful communication with the community.
Educator
Collaboration and Teamwork
Educator
I am English as a Second Language teacher in the Webster Public Schools.
I have a true passion of teaching.
As an English as a Second Language teacher, I have the opportunity to learn about their cultures as well as support their academic growth.
Collaboration and Teamwork
Collaboration and Teamwork
Collaboration and Teamwork
I have had much collaboration and teamwork experience.
Collaboration and teamwork is the key element in the skill set of being a teacher. A teacher collaborates with other educators to provide strategies for students to be successful.
As a business owner, teamwork is the key for success.
Curriculum Development
Grafton Community Outreach
Curriculum Development
I have used my knowledge and experience as an English as a Second Language teacher to develop engaging learning instruction that helps multilingual learners develop English proficiency while also having access to grade level academic content.
The curriculum consists of scaffolding and differentiation, with formal, informal assessments con
I have used my knowledge and experience as an English as a Second Language teacher to develop engaging learning instruction that helps multilingual learners develop English proficiency while also having access to grade level academic content.
The curriculum consists of scaffolding and differentiation, with formal, informal assessments connected to academic state standards, WIDA standards and values students' linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
Approachable
Grafton Community Outreach
Curriculum Development
I am a person who is approachable to all. I am easy to talk to, accessible, and open to conversation.
I welcome other opinions and ideas.
I embrace a two-way communication that ensures all voices are heard
Grafton Community Outreach
Grafton Community Outreach
Grafton Community Outreach
Leadership
- Apple Tree Arts Executive Board Member
- Volunteered in Grafton Schools
- Octoberfest
- Fun Fair
- Mystery Readers
- Montessori School
