Dr. Mary Cohen 2026 Goddard Hall of Fame Honoree

Celebrating Dr. Mary Cohen (Shinogle), Distinguished Alumni inductee into the Goddard Public Schools Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Since graduating from Goddard High School in 1986, Dr. Mary Cohen has used the power of music to educate, connect, and inspire. An internationally recognized music educator and professor at the University of Iowa, she has devoted her career to building community and fostering healing through music, particularly within correctional settings. Through her teaching, research, and advocacy, Dr. Cohen has amplified unheard voices and demonstrated how compassion, creativity, and human connection can transform lives. Brought to you by the Goddard Education Foundation.