East Hudson Valley News

Linda Melton Mann, a retired Assistant Superintendent of Schools from the Poughkeepsie City School District, boasts over 50 years of experience in the field of education. Throughout her illustrious career, Ms. Mann has served in various roles such as Assistant Principal, Principal and Assistant Superintendent. She has an impressive track record managing and directing all levels of education, including college.

Upon her retirement in 2002, Ms. Mann embarked on a 10-year stint as a college professor at Mercy College where she supervised student teaching. Beyond her professional roles, Ms. Mann is recognized as a dedicated child advocate who works tirelessly to improve the lives of young people.

In addition to her advocacy work, Ms. Mann remains highly active within the Dutchess County community through her LMM Educational Consultant business. In this role, she educates parents about educational laws and guides them on how to navigate the school system to ensure their children's academic success.

Ms. Mann's unwavering dedication and advocacy have earned her numerous awards for service to the community. Her academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Health, Physical Education and Recreation; a Master of Science in Physical Education and Health; and a Certificate of Advanced Studies in School Administration and Supervision.

Her involvement extends beyond education into various organizations such as United Way, Dutchess County Racial Relations Board, NAACP, Twinks Civic and Social Organization among others.

Ms. Mann is married to George W. Mann and is the mother of Bashon W. Mann (Lt. Commander, United States Navy-Ret.) and Dr. Dwayne K. Mann (Theater Manager of the Gershwin Theater). She is also grandmother to Basil and Sabine Mann while having raised two nieces - entrepreneur Ruth D. Melton and Dr. Carolyn Jacobs Robinson.