Hometown: Foxholm, North Dakota

College: North Dakota Sate University

Degree: Home Economics Education

Taught at BRHS: 1974-1982; 2002-present

Mrs. Cushing teaches Family & Consumer Sciences. She has been married to her husband Gerald (Jerry) for over 30 years. They are the parents of three children: Theresa graduated in 1997, Rose in 2000, and Charles in 2004 - all are graduates of Bishop Ryan. Her previous teaching experiences includes one year at Minnewaukan, North Dakota, and at Bishop Ryan from 1974-1982. She is a active in various church activities at Our Lady of Grace Church.