Meet The Teacher

About Ms. Dougherty

Hello, Parents and Students! Here is a little bit about me.
 
My name is Ms. Joanne Dougherty, and I am one of the Preschool Teachers here at St. Dorothy School.  I grew up in the Havertown area, and I have also attended St. Dorothy School.  
 
After graduation from high school, I took a part-time job and attended Delaware County Community College, where I received an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts in August 2005.  I continued my education at Pennsylvania State University and graduated in May 2018.  I earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Development and Family Studies. In February of 2021, I graduated from Gwynedd Mercy University, with a Master of Science Degree in Education, Pre-K to Fourth Grade.  I have twenty years of experience working with children, four of which have been here at St. Dorothy School as an aide in the preschool, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade.  I love it at St. Dorothy School and feel that I have come full circle, starting my Catholic school education here and now educating the wonderful children in the community where I grew up.
 
During my free time, I enjoy watching college football (particularly Penn State), reading, going to the shore, and spending time with my family and friends.  I am one of three children.  My younger brothers and I are all graduates of St. Dorothy School, Cardinal O’Hara, and have received our Bachelor Degrees from Pennsylvania State University.  I am a proud aunt of two nephews and one niece, Joey, Jake, and Anna Rose.    
 
I am very excited to start my seventh year here at St. Dorothy School. I look forward to working with the students, parents, and faculty.  WE ARE, going to have a great year!