Michelle Howard (st22-) is the Energy and Sustainability Officer at Woodhouse Grove, a unique role within the Methodist Independent Schools Trust (MIST). It was a pioneering position at The Grove and Michelle is the first to hold this role.

Originally from Bermuda, Michelle still considers it home, as much of her family resides there. Michelle’s boarding school experience began after completing her GCSEs in Bermuda, when she spent two years studying at a boarding school near Toronto, Canada. Due to the lack of degree-granting institutions in Bermuda, she moved abroad for higher education, attending the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. There, she studied Political Science with a minor in Economics.

Before taking on her role at The Grove, Michelle had a varied career, including her most recent position as a Procurement Specialist at IDEXX Laboratories. The Covid pandemic led to a career shift and she embraced the opportunity to help make The Grove a more sustainable school, drawing on her skills in analysis and negotiation.

In addition to her professional role, Michelle is deeply passionate about nature, animals and the ocean - a love that stems from growing up on an island. Although she now resides in Yorkshire, miles from the beach, she remains deeply connected to these interests. Michelle lives in Otley with her husband and two daughters and can often be found walking on the Chevin. She is also an active member of her local Otley community, participating in various local activities.

Michelle’s work in sustainability is a natural extension of her personal values and her deep commitment to the environment.

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Studio Technician: Jay Sunley at Woodhouse Grove (st23-)

Music: Paul Corry

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