Ruth Arlene Nelson

Background

Nelson, Ruth Arlene was born on May 22, 1940 in Sac City, Iowa, United States. Daughter of Wilbur O. and M. Juanita (Key) Nelson.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Education, Abilene Christian University, 1971. Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction, Corpus Christi University, 1984. Master of Science in Elementary Education, Corpus Christi University, 1985.

Career

Supervisor, educator Mexia State School, Texas, 1972. Educator special education Tri-County Education Coop, Stamford, 1972—1973, Abilene State School, 1973—1975. Elementary and special education teacher Corpus Christi Indiana School District, 1975—1981.

Elementary teacher Tuloso Midway Indiana School District, Corpus Christi, 1981—1985. Instructional consultant Region 18 Education Service Center, Midland, Texas, since 1985.

Achievements

• Ruth Arlene Nelson has been listed as a noteworthy elementary and special education educator by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Volunteer, trainer American Cancer Society, Corpus Christi, 1984—1985. Member of American Association of University Women, National Association of Female Executives, National Education Association, Texas Association Principals and Supervisors, Association Supervision and Curriculum Development, Texas Teachers Association (trainer since 1985), Phi Delta Kappa.

Interests

• Horseback riding, reading, travel.

Connections

Father:

Wilbur O. Nelson

Mother:

M. Juanita (Key) Nelson