She has been in the education field for more than 40 years, teaching exceptional student education in grades K-12 in three states. She was an Exceptional Education Teacher/Behavior Specialist in the Orange County (Fla.) School District. Dr. Gromoll is an active member of Teachers without Borders, leading student groups to where the need is greatest. She lives in Ocoee, Florida, with her husband, Kim. She has two children, Michael and Nik. Michael is a recent Florida State University graduate and Nik is a University of Central Florida alumnus.