” The mind is not a vessel to be filled,
but a fire to be ignited”
~ Plutarch
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It is my hope to ignite a fire in the minds of all of my students so that they always are inspired to learn more! I love what I do and I make sure the kids know it each day! I am an educator for St. Johns Public Schools and have been for over 30 years. In my current position as the Middle School Science, Technology & Vocational Mod Tech teacher, I have the opportunity to open kid's minds to endless possibilities. Students create blogs to demonstrate their knowledge and people all over the world visit these to see what my students are learning! I showcase my kids and want them to be proud of what they are accomplishing and learning. At the same time, I teach them to be responsible, ethical, and kind. Ultimately my goal is to engage and empower my students so they want to take control of their learning! Technology is a tool that opens a door to a wealth of information, opportunities, tools, and connections.
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I love to learn new things and my career working at St. Johns demonstrates this: I have taught 1st grade, 3rd grade and 5th grade at the elementary level. At the Middle School, I have taught math, art, modular technology, science and a multitude of technology classes. I have also had the unique experience of being a K-6 computer teacher and have worked for St. Johns Public Schools technology department as an application and data management specialist.
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As an educator, I am always learning and searching for the newest, coolest technology tools and content which could impact students! My curriculum is always changing since technology is always changing. To better serve my students, I have completed the Educational Technology Masters Program at Michigan State University!
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” There are only two lasting bequests we can hope to give our children. One of these is roots, the other, wings."
~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
I love to spend time with my family! Especially when we go on adventures! Just a little about my family; my son CJ is a professional firefighter and is married to a great gal named Baily, my daughter Monique is an occupational therapist and just got married fall to a nice guy named Brandon, and my youngest daughter Christi is going to school at RESA. She enjoys karate, music, dance, and volunteering at the middle school, Big Boy, and Custom Embroidery Plus. My children seem to be growing up way too quickly, however, I enjoy watching them become adults.
