Meet the Education Staff

Nick Lero is an Education Services Associate, a position he has held since February 2023. Nick was born in Colombia and was raised in the Twin Cities. He graduated from North Dakota State University with a Bachelor's of Music in Instrumental Music Education, as well as a Minor in Vocal Music Education. He has worked a variety of jobs, including a staff member at the Mary Ann Young Senior Center in Blaine, MN, and as a substitute teacher for Fargo Public Schools. He believes that public media's strength is its freedom from financial influence and bias, which has become increasingly rare, in his opinion. Educationally, he believes in hands-on, lived experiences for learners, as well as honesty, collaboration between students, and cross-curricular activities. Outside of work, Nick enjoys running, playing basketball, and performing and composing music.

Contact Nick by email at nlero@prairiepublic.org or by phone at 701-239-7525
 

Education Services Manager Linda Mork grew up in Minneapolis and comes to Prairie Public after a long career as an English teacher and school library media specialist. Linda has also worked as an outreach and instruction librarian with Minitex and the University of Minnesota Libraries, promoting access to statewide information and educational resources. She has a BA in English and Psychology, an MA in Education, and an MLIS. Linda is a passionate advocate for literacy and lifelong learning, and she is excited to help bring innovative outreach programs and instructional initiatives to all in the Prairie Public community. Contact Linda by email at lmork@prairiepublic.org or by phone at 701-239-7575.

Our Neighborhood Learning Lab

Prairie Public's mobile early education labs are coming VERY soon! More information and reservation forms coming in Late Summer/Early Fall 2024.

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