Congratulations on your next chapter. It has ALWAYS been a pleasure working
with you. I am excited to hear of your new exciting challenges ahead.

Remember - We never leave TRIO and TRIO never leaves us... once touched we
are forever changed.
All the very best,
~Teri

*Teri Mann*
*Services Coordinator*
*Maine Educational Opportunity Center*
Cell 207-551-3331 - Fax 207-581-2532
Toll-Free 1-800-281-3703

“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled.”
― Plutarch <http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/31015.Plutarch>




On Tue, Aug 17, 2021 at 7:04 PM Rene Gorneault <[log in to unmask]>
wrote:

> Dear MEEOA Community,
>
>
>
> After much soul searching, it is with a heavy heart that I’ve decided to
> leave the TRIO community. As some may know, I’ve been with UMPI’s TRIO
> Upward Bound Program for fourteen years! Being a TRIO alumnus and having
> the ability to work with our TRIO students shaped me into who I am and will
> continue to as I venture into my next adventure.
>
>
>
> I will cherish the memories I’ve had with you! The professional
> development opportunities, playing an integral role in the various MEEOA
> committees was a great opportunity to get to know you, not only
> professionally, but personally as well.
>
>
>
> Although excited and ready to move forward it’s important for me to
> recognize how my time with TRIO afforded me the opportunity to grow and
> prepare me for the next chapter in my life.
>
>
>
> The importance of TRIO is undeniable! The relationships we have, not only
> with our students, but with one another are so important! My next adventure
> will afford me the opportunity to stay connected with high school students
> and UMPI’s TRIO Programs – so not all is lost! Our paths will cross again!
>
>
>
> With much appreciation, respect, and gratitude, this is not goodbye! TRIO
> Works will always be my motto!
>
>
>
> Take care and be well –
>
>
>
>
>
> Rene
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> Rene Gorneault, M.S. Ed.
>
> Academic Advisor/Retention and Success Specialist- Upward Bound
>
> TRIO College Access Services
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