About Me...

I am a student at the University of South Alabama, majoring in Elementary Education. I jokingly tell people that I want to be a school teacher when I grow up. I am a wife, a mother, and a full-time student. I am on an amazing journey, and I have learned so much more than I anticipated. I look forward to what comes in the next chapter of this book called life.

Philosophy of Living

    There are certain values that I hold that I believe make me an effective teacher.  Because these values are a part of my character, I do not have to struggle to be someone or something I’m not.
 I am respectful; not just of those in authority over me, but also of my coworkers and students.  When I treat others with respect, I model to my students how I expect them to be respectful as well.
I am honest.  By being truthful, I show others that I can be trusted.  With honesty comes the responsibility to be tactful.  Honesty without tact is another word for mean.  I strive to always be honest with my students, my coworkers, and myself.
I am fair.  My students soon learn that I have one set of rules for the entire class, and the established consequences of breaking the rules.  Because I am fair, my students never have to wonder what to expect of me.
I believe communities are a vital part of our schools.  By being actively involved in the community, I have established that I belong and am a part of that community.  I believe it is important for my students to understand the community they belong to and how their actions impact not only themselves, but their community.
I am compassionate and I have a strong sense of integrity.  I strive to do what’s right, even when no one is looking.  Because of my compassion and integrity, my students will not have to worry that I am not looking out for their best interests.  I am their advocate, when no one else has time.  I am their defender when they are under attack.