You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.
- Christopher Robin (A. A. Milne)
- Christopher Robin (A. A. Milne)
My passion for public education began in high school when I was nominated and became a Golden Apple Scholar (This is a program started by the Golden Apple Foundation to recruit talented high school students to go into teaching). Because of this program I spent my college summers (starting with the summer before I started college) working with and being instructed by outstanding Golden Apple teachers. Being a Golden Apple Scholar allowed me to work with students of various age groups, in various settings, from all around the city of Chicago. This opportunity really prepared me for my education courses, helped me be the teacher I am today and pushes me to be better each year.
I have a Bachelors of Elementary Education and a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. I became a National Board Certified teacher in 2009. I went through the National Board's renewal process two years ago and achieved National Board Certification again.
This will be my 29th year at Disney. I spent 7 years in Pod 100, first grade. This will be my 22nd year in 2nd grade/Pod 220. My years at Disney have given me wonderful experiences as well as great challenges. But throughout my time at Disney I have grown as a teacher thanks to my parents, my fellow colleagues, administrators, and wonderful students.
I have a Bachelors of Elementary Education and a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. I became a National Board Certified teacher in 2009. I went through the National Board's renewal process two years ago and achieved National Board Certification again.
This will be my 29th year at Disney. I spent 7 years in Pod 100, first grade. This will be my 22nd year in 2nd grade/Pod 220. My years at Disney have given me wonderful experiences as well as great challenges. But throughout my time at Disney I have grown as a teacher thanks to my parents, my fellow colleagues, administrators, and wonderful students.