Courtney Salerno - As an educator, I believe that it is important to provide a safe and caring learning environment in which children are given the full opportunity to grow and learn. As a teacher, I look to positively influence and inspire young people. I aim to provide a stimulating learning environment that will encourage students to trust in themselves, while nurturing their confidence to realize their full potential. In our classroom, students work individually, in groups, with partners, and as a class to ask questions, explore and discover. Each child is different, and I am committed to making sure the needs of each child are met so that they can strive towards excellence.
Cassandra Grossi - I believe being an educator is one of the greatest professions one could be a part of. As teachers, we have the power to help build the foundation of skills that are needed for children to thrive and succeed throughout their lives. Providing a safe and nurturing environment that stimulates their creativity and wonder about their interests and academics begins in the classroom. By having children work in partners and groups they are given the opportunity to build their confidence, responsibility and cooperation, which helps support their social and emotional needs. By providing engaging lessons and activities, I am confident I will encourage each of my students to become explorers, creators and engineers. Knowing that every child learns differently, I will work to the best of my ability to meet each and every one of my students needs to ignite their flame so they can flourish and grow throughout the year.