Laura Mercogliano

Laura Mercogliano is an experienced educator with a robust background in teaching English at various grade levels. Currently serving as a High School English Teacher at Links Academy in Connecticut since February 2024, Laura has been actively involved in the Bronx Loaf Teen Writers' Conference as Program Coordinator and Co-Director since January 2014, managing a summer writing program for teens. Previous teaching experience includes positions at Hommocks Middle School and the NYC Department of Education, where Laura held roles such as Grade Team Leader and ELA Teacher, focusing on curriculum development for diverse learners. Additional contributions to the field include reviewing Common Core curriculum materials and working as an SAT tutor. Laura holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Philosophy from Fordham University and a Master's degree in Secondary Education and Teaching from Lehman College.