Catherine Blunt is a former School District of Philadelphia educator. She spent 4 years as a junior high school teacher, 29 years as a high school teacher, and 10 years as a small high school principal. She is a graduate of Temple University (B.S. in Secondary Education), and Antioch University (M.A. in Urban Education). She received her Certification in Secondary Education from Cheyney University. Ms. Blunt is an avid supporter of public education and believes early childhood programs provide children with essential social and educational experiences to be successful learners and productive citizens.