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"Education is the power to think clearly, the power to act well in the world's work, and the power to appreciate life."  - Brigham Young

Working together to ensure the best education for every student.
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Objective Statement

Dedicated and supportive teacher seeking to encourage students not only to learn math, but also to become life long learners, using knowledge and applications that I have gained throughout my career in a math related field.

National Middle School Association Mission Statement: 

National Middle School Association is dedicated to improving the educational experiences of young adolescents by providing vision, knowledge, and resources to all who serve them in order to develop healthy, productive, and ethical citizens.

(courtesy of www.nmsa.org)

 

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What this mission statement means to me...
 
My goal is to encourage middle school students to become life long learners.  I want them to be as excited about learning as I am, and will demonstrate my passion for learning every day.  I also want students to feel like they are learning not just for the process of learning, but because they are curious and want to discover new things.
 
How I will work with Middle School students to achieve this goal -
  • Demonstrate my love of learning every day
  • Provide engaging, hands-on lessons that incorporate students' interests to captivate students and inspire them to enjoy learning as they did when they were very young
  • Work with the students to create a positive learning community where students feel comfortable to challenge themselves
  • Utilize resources and professional development opportunities from the NMSA, NCTM, and various other organizations
  • Collaborate with my team members and other faculty members, within and outside of our school

"I know that I cannot change the world today, but I start each day knowing I will make a difference!"

This is my motto that I live by

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"Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising up every time we fail." - Ralph Waldo Emerson