Mrs. Gloria Lanahan was born and raised in Philadelphia. She graduated from Temple University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. Over the last 18 years, she has held a variety of education positions such as a teacher of 4th and 5th grades in The School District of Philadelphia, a Substitute Teacher for preschool through 8th grade, and an Early Intervention Special Instructor. Mrs. Lanahan is currently teaching 6th and 7th grade English Language Arts.