"My philosophy of education is that all children are unique and must have a stimulating educational

environment where they can grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. It is my desire to
create this type of atmosphere where students can meet their full potential. I will provide a safe
environment where students are invited to share their ideas and take risks.

"I believe that there are five essential elements that are conducive to learning. (1) The teacher's role is
to act as a guide. (2) Students must have access to hands-on activities. (3) Students should be able to
have choices and let their curiosity direct their learning. (4) Students need the opportunity to practice
skills in a safe environment. (5) Technology must be incorporated into the school day."

"I believe that all children are unique and have something special that they can bring to their own
education. I will assist my students to express themselves and accept themselves for who they are, as
well embrace the differences of others.

"Every classroom has its own unique community; my role as the teacher will be to assist each child in
developing their own potential and learning styles. I will present a curriculum that will incorporate each
different learning style, as well as make the content relevant to the students' lives. I will incorporate
hands-on learning, cooperative learning, projects, themes, and individual work that engage and activate
students learning."

"I believe that a teacher is morally obligated to enter the classroom with only the highest of
expectations for each and every one of her students. Thus, the teacher maximizes the positive benefits
that naturally come along with any self-fulfilling prophecy. With dedication, perseverance, and hard
work, her students will rise to the occasion."

"I aim to bring an open mind, a positive attitude, and high expectations to the classroom each day. I
believe that I owe it to my students, as well as the community, to bring consistency, diligence, and
warmth to my job in the hope that I can ultimately inspire and encourage such traits in the children as
well."

"I believe that a classroom should be a safe, caring community where children are free to speak their
mind and blossom and grow. I will use strategies to ensure our classroom community will flourish, like
the morning meeting, positive vs. negative discipline, classroom jobs, and problem-solving skills.

"Teaching is a process of learning from your students, colleagues, parents, and the community. This is a
lifelong process where you learn new strategies, new ideas, and new philosophies. Over time, my
educational philosophy may change, and that's okay. That just means that I have grown and learned
new things."