Grade/school: Fifth grade, Promise Road Elementary
Special professional accomplishments/experiences: “Upon completing my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education from Purdue University, I was privileged to become a teacher for Noblesville Schools, which is where I have taught for nine years. I began as a fourth-grade teacher at Stony Creek Elementary then moved into a looping position as a high-ability third- and fourth-grade teacher. Amidst that time, I earned my Master of Arts in Educational Administration and Supervision to aid me to become an educational leader. During my fifth year, I joined the Promise Road Vision Team, where I subsequently began teaching as a high-ability fourth-grade teacher at Promise Road Elementary. I currently serve as Promise Road’s High Ability Lead Teacher and School Improvement representative, while teaching fifth-grade high ability.”
Why she became a teacher: “My aspiration to become a teacher is rooted in my achievements and struggles through my own educational experiences. As a teacher, I strive to inspire students to use their strengths to take risks in order to achieve their goals/dreams. Additionally, I hope to provide students with learning experiences that got beyond the classroom to develop as a whole person.”
Goals for students: “I believe that, as a teacher, it is my purpose to facilitate students in their learning process. My goal is to empower students to take ownership of their learning, while immersing students in authentic opportunities to apply strategies and content taught. Through inquiry and problem based instruction, I try to support students in taking risks in order to work towards and/or accomplish their personal dreams or goals.
Advice to parents: “I feel that being an active participant in your child’s education is essential. By simply asking your child what they learned each day, you can engage in conversations that go beyond what they learned in school to what they learned about themselves and the world. I also believe that it is important to consider not only how your child is growing academically, but also socially and emotionally.”
What makes Noblesville Schools special:
As a Noblesville graduate, I know first hand the impact that Noblesville School programs and teachers can have on students. Through my teaching career, I have gained a greater understanding of the impact that Noblesville Schools has on developing a culture and environment that empowers teachers. I feel blessed to be a teacher in Noblesville.”
Something others might not know about her: “Something that others might be surprised to know is my passion for the arts. I have always enjoyed drawing and painting so much that I even considered becoming an art teacher. However, I decided to incorporate the arts into academics as an elementary teacher.
