Mother, Educator, Leader & Friend.
A “godmother” to Philadelphia youth, Dr. Moore touched so many lives. Even during her brief battle with cancer, she took joy in her students – one of which cared for her during her hospital stay. Dr. Moore’s passion as a dynamic educator allowed her to help students build loving communities while preparing for life and their future. She was a person who had tremendous amounts of love and understood how to give it freely.
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Dr. Moore.
FUNERAL SERVICE
SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 2024
Visitation: 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
(service starts promptly at 6:30 p.m.)
Service: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
CHRIST HAVEN
PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
6800 Lindbergh Boulevard
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19142
Interment
Private
The epitome of a Girls’ High girl.
Dr. Moore earned an education degree at Pennsylvania State University, then came home to teach in her hometown, working at Rhodes, Cramp and Francis Scott Key schools. She later earned a master’s degree from St. Joseph’s University and a doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania.
In the 1990s, Dr. Moore moved into administration, working as an assistant principal, principal, and assistant regional superintendent in the Philadelphia School District, and as an assistant superintendent in the Harrisburg and Bristol school systems. After spending a few more years in central office roles when she returned to Philadelphia, Dr. Moore accepted the Girls’ High principalship, a role she relished like no other.
Dr. Moore called her students “phenomenal young women” and held high standards for them, academically and personally. She was determined to be a visible principal, an active one — jumping double dutch and getting on the dance floor at the prom, but also asking students about their college plans, being stern when they tried to skip class or act in a way that was less than what she deemed decorous.
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Thank you so much.
In the depths of our sorrow, your outpouring of love and support has been a beacon of light. As we navigate this heartbreaking journey of losing our beloved mother, we have found solace in the warmth of our friends and the strength of our community. Your kind words, comforting gestures, and shared memories have reminded us that we are not alone. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for lifting us up during this difficult time and for honoring the beautiful life our mother lived.