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The Exploring Educator’s journey in education is truly full-circle! She currently teaches at the same elementary school she attended as a student—where she first dreamed of one day returning as a teacher! Through dedication and hard work, the dream became a reality. She is currently in her eighth year of teaching—where she has spent seven years in third grade and one year in fourth grade.
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Daily End-Of-The-Day Reflections *Distance Learning*
During distance learning, it can be hard trying to connect with your students. Students are also going to need to be taught executive functioning skills in order for them to work productively online. One option in staying connected and holding students accountable for their work is with a daily reflection form. With these forms, you are able to check-in one-on-one with your students to see how the students are doing, what questions they have, what they feel they learned, and how much effort they
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Back to School Parent Questionnaire - *DISTANCE LEARNING*
As we start to plan for the next school year, we're starting to think about yearly routines that can become digital. This year, my parent questionnaire is both digital and printable. The questions include: Asking about their child's strengthsAsking parents about their child's distance learning experienceAsking parents to describe their family's cultureWHAT'S INCLUDED:Printable PDF questionnaire with 10 questionsDigital Google Form version of the questionnaire QUESTIONS/COMMENTS: Don't forget to
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The Exploring Educator’s journey in education is truly full-circle! She currently teaches at the same elementary school she attended as a student—where she first dreamed of one day returning as a teacher! Through dedication and hard work, the dream became a reality. She is currently in her eighth year of teaching—where she has spent seven years in third grade and one year in fourth grade.
Teaching style
I believe in a UDL (Universal Design for Learning) approach in my classroom. Differentiation is key to all learners' success academically, emotionally, and socially.
Sorry for the laughter, volume, chaos, and/or mess... we are learning in my classroom!
Awards & shining teacher moments
- Nova Southeastern University's 2023-2024 Dr. Charles L. Faires Outstanding Doctoral Research Award
- Rider University's 2018 Excellence in Special Education Award
My own education history
The Exploring Educator earned her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Communications, and Special Education from Rider University. During her undergrad at Rider University, she also received her Certificate in Educational Technology. She continued at Rider to complete her Master of Arts in Special Education, where she was honored with the 2018 Excellence in Special Education Award. In 2023, she achieved her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. Her doctoral research focused on special education, educator collaboration, and the implementation of Quality Teaching Rounds (QTRs), earning her the prestigious Dr. Charles L. Faires Outstanding Doctoral Research Award for the 2023–2024 academic year. The Exploring Educator has also obtained her Supervisor, Principal, and District Administration certifications for New Jersey, through Montclair State University.
Additional biographical information
One of my favorite hobbies is to travel. My favorite board game is Monopoly. The team I route for in major league baseball is the New York Mets! I love dolphins, owls, and Alaskan huskies!
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