The Steering Committee is responsible for reviewing research protocols, identifying potential research projects, and reviewing technical study proposals. This
year’s MERC Steering Committee includes the following:
Ann Allen, Coordinator of Research and Evaluation
Richmond City Public Schools
Penny Blumenthal, Asst. Director of Research and Planning
Henrico County Public Schools
Beverly Cook, Director of Secondary Education
Colonial Heights City Schools
Linda Hyslop, Assistant Superintendent
Hopewell City Public Schools
Sandy Lynch, Director of Instruction
Powhatan County Public Schools
Carole Urbansok O'Brien, Associate Director of Guidance, Testing, and Research
Hanover County Public Schools
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01/31/06
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