Jean (Thompson) Skeels's Page

What was your maiden/former surname (only if applicable)?

Thompson

RKHS NATION: What is your affiliation with Rufus King High School (RKHS)?

Former RKHS Student (Alumnus)

RKHS ERA: What years did you spend at RKHS? (e.g., 1984-1988)

1985-1989

RKHS CLASS: For all ALUMNI... what was your year of graduation? (4-digits YYYY)

1989

RKHS ADMINISTRATION: Who was the Principal during your years at RKHS?

Ptek

RKHS MEMORIES: What are some of your strongest memories of RKHS?

hanging out with friends, getting into trouble, band , IB biology
IB english, going to Spain

RKHS PEOPLE/NAMES: What are the names of the students, teachers, coaches, administrators, counselors, or others in the RUFUS KING NATION that you remember the most?

Ms. Jupka, Jenna Hall, Melanie Koser, Beth McCloud, IB bio in general, too many more to name

RKHS ACTIVITIES: What were some of your extracurricular activities, clubs, sports, or other interests/pursuits during your RKHS days?

band, writing, nothing else that could be considered a valid or enriching activity

POST RKHS: What have you been doing since your days at RKHS...and what are you doing now?

I went to UW-Eau Claire and earned my degree in Spanish and Business Administration. Spent time studying abroad and traveling in Europe.I met my husband and got married right out of college.I worked as a retail exec for Target stores for 5 years. After that, had three amazing kids and adopted a fourth along the way.
Now I am a professional level yoga teacher in the Kripalu school of yoga. I am also co-founder and owner of Whole Running in Syracuse NY, which is a synthesis of running and yoga. I run marathons and plan to do ultra marathons and triathalons in the near future. Also moving to Hartford Connecticut in the next few months.

Where did you attend college, grad school, etc. (if applicable)?

UW-Eau Claire

Where are you currently based? (City & State)

Manlius NY

What is your current profession or career field?

Yoga teacher and trainer

What is your highest level of education "COMPLETED?"

Bachelor Degree, Some Graduate or Professional School

What is your date of birth? (optional---current students SHOULD NOT post)

October 19, 1971

What is your relationship/marital status?

Married

How did you hear about "RUFUS KING NATION?"

Received an email