As a teacher, when Linda's name came up in any conversation, I always said four words. "She's the very best!" Linda had all the gifts of an outstanding leader and an amazing person in full measure. She helped me develop as a teacher when we met thirty years ago, and has continued to enter my thoughts in positive ways each day since. We will all miss Linda, and will appreciate how her hard work and influence continues to make the world a better place. Dennis Petersen