Mrs. Gent attended University of Central Florida and received her M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction. She was National Board Certified in 2000.  Mrs. Gent has been teaching since 1994.

Professional Accomplishments include National Board Certified Teacher, Sallie Mae Beginning Teacher of the Year Nominee, Teacher of The Year (Central Middle School), Who's Who Among American Teachers, Florida Humanities Council Participant, Disney Teacher of the Year Nominee, Teen Ink Educator of the Year, Viera Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year, Barnes and Noble Teacher of the Year Winner, Distinguished Educator Award.

Mrs. Gent likes boating, shopping, reading, traveling and spending time with family.

Courses Taught: 9th grade and 10th grade English