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"I believe that all children are capable of learning, some just learn differently than others. My philosophy of teaching is that you need to find out those individual differences and interests. As an educator it is important to make learning fun and challenging. It is equally important that we give our children a loving and caring climate to learn in."

I believe ALL students can learn. It is my intent to create a classroom atmosphere where students are learning in an orderly manner but without fear. We will have a class where there is rich exposure to text and reading experiences. We will investigate new concepts in all areas of the curriculum and relate our learning to real life situations. I want every student to be successful.

"I have always enjoyed teaching because it is more than a job for me, it is my passion, it is my life. Teaching is a way for me use my gift to help students be successful as they grow. As they grow in knowledge and as they grow in life. I believe there is no greater joy than to see a child light up when they succeed. Children love to learn and I think that is what makes teaching so much fun. Children are our future and I am blessed to be a part of their learning experience."