I passionately hold myself accountable to practicing patience, kindness, and commitment to all of my students. My classroom is a supportive place for children to succeed and a safe space to make mistakes as students are challenged to try new things and actively construct meanings for themselves. Leading by example, I attempt to instill a lifelong love for learning in each of my students - tapping into their interests, prior knowledge, and unique backgrounds. I try my best to understand each student, foster their abilities, and support every need to help them be the best versions of themselves.