Meet Our Gold Medal Staff!

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: My husband and kids, our 3 dogs (Boxers and a Bulldog), The Dodgers, The Lakers, The 49ers, UCLA, coffee, cheeseburgers, breakfast, and Jeopardy

My favorite things about being an educator: Teaching and learning with joy and love!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Tennis

My favorite things outside of school: My husband and two daughters, our “pugrador” Annie, travel, Target, Amazon, iced coffee, home decor, and Bravo

My favorite things about being an educator: Building relationships with students and their families!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Volleyball

My favorite things outside of  school: Sonny - my Golden Retriever, hiking, camping, traveling, Target, trying new restaurants

My favorite things about being an educator: Creating a classroom family, learning from my students, and witnessing their progress each and every day!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with family, friends, and my maltipoo-Levi, music, Target, mini-erasers, Soy chai lattes, crab legs, Batman, and Leopard print

My favorite things about being an educator: Getting to hang out and learn with a bunch of cool humans who are just as excited as I am about learning. Also, the breakthrough that occurs as the year progresses is indescribable!

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Figure Skating

My favorite things outside of school: My husband and family, my Aussiedoodle, the Minnesota Vikings, the Golden Knights, paddle boarding, puzzles, Dutch Bros, and concerts

My favorite things about being an educator: I get to spend every day learning with future veterinarians, firefighters, ballerinas, superheroes, etc. who get excited about finding a ladybug outside at recess! What's not to love?

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Soccer

My favorite things outside of school: Reading, traveling with my family, drinking coffee, and supporting THE Ohio State Buckeyes

My favorite things about being an educator: Building long-lasting relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: Traveling and spending time with my family, coffee, reading, and Target

My favorite things about being an educator: Spending my day learning with my students!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Alpine Skiing

My favorite things outside of school: The Golden Knights and Chicago Cubs, traveling, concerts, Diet Dr. Pepper, and Panda Express

My favorite things about being an educator: When a child learns how to read. A little light bulb seems to go on in their brain and the excitement is so electric!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with my husband, two boys, and chihuahua, Cha Cha. going to the beach and Disneyland, and reading

My favorite things about being an educator: Creating a classroom family, seeing students learn new concepts, and watching the amazing growth students make in a year

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: Family, friends, fun times, good food, shooting, frogs, love Summer and swimming, Golden Knights Hockey and shopping

My favorite things about being an educator: The joy on their faces when they enjoy their learning and when they gain a new understanding that they never had before!

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Tennis

My favorite things outside of school: Shopping, traveling, reading, entertaining, The Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Broncos, spaghetti and meatballs, any island, New York City, and Savannah, Georgia

My favorite things about being an educator: Making learning fun, seeing my students get excited about learning, and watching their confidence grow as they finally "get it."

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Softball

My favorite things outside of school: Hanging out with my family, coaching, going to Golden Knights games, and Disneyland

My favorite things about being an educator: Making my students laugh every day and building their love of learning!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: Reading and traveling, Mexican and Italian food, Target, Khol’s and Starbucks, the beach, and my family

My favorite things about being an educator: Seeing a student’s reaction when they grasp a new skill or learn something new

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: Reading mystery books, playing with/watching my son play basketball, shopping with my daughter, the Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs, cheering for the University of Kentucky basketball team with my husband, my dog Cubbie, Disney trips, and enjoying yellow chicken curry

My favorite things about being an educator: Building a classroom community where students care about each other and providing an environment where students are excited to come to school and LOVE to LEARN.

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Table Tennis

My favorite things outside of school: Reading a good book; watching the 49ers; eating street tacos in San Francisco; and being with family and friends

My favorite things about being an educator: The more I teach the more I learn from the little humans in my classroom!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with my family and my new puppy Maya, traveling, hiking, trying new foods, chocolate, coffee, Star Wars, The Twilight Saga, superheroes and cheering on our Las Vegas Aces!

My favorite things about being an educator: Meeting new students and their families, and together witnessing the growth that happens over the course of the school year. 

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Tennis

My favorite things outside of school: My family and friends, my cat Teddy, traveling the world, animals (especially penguins, alpacas, polar bears, and sloths!), Harry Potter, Disney, Star Wars, VGK, theater, French fries, smoothies, nature, hiking/camping, Taylor Swift, and sunflowers.

My favorite things about being an educator: Building relationships with my students, seeing the students not afraid to make mistakes, seeing them believe in themselves, their uniqueness, and their dreams, and reminding them that they are loved and matter- always!

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Snowboarding

My favorite things outside of school: My 7 rescue pets, volunteering, animals, travelling, country music, being active, and the Hamilton Tiger Cats

My favorite things about being an educator: Helping my students to build confidence in their abilities and having fun while learning.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics or Figure Skating

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with my family and friends by traveling, eating, or shopping, all things Disney, Hello Kitty, Dallas Cowboys, University of Hawaii, and UNC-Chapel Hill

My favorite things about being an educator: Everything!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Freestyle Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: My high school sweetheart husband, our 12-year-old daughter Ally, our Dollface Persian Sophia Loren, Astrophysics, Astrobiology, Graphic Design, and podcasts

My favorite things about being an educator: Helping my students understand the importance of hard work and supporting them as they become motivated, independent citizens of society.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Martial Arts

My favorite things outside of school: Alice in Wonderland, Disneyland, X-Men, X-Files, physics, philosophy, science, alchemy, art, acupuncture, flowers, cathedrals, the beach, colors and creativity, black coffee, heavy music, my kitty cat and my sisters and nieces

My favorite things about being an educator: Being with kids, supporting their superpowers, and being creative while learning

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: Traveling to new and exciting places, the Vegas Golden Knights, Las Vegas Raiders, Spicy foods and snacks, Starbucks, Target and hanging out with friends and family

My favorite things about being an educator: Growing and learning alongside my students

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Soccer

My favorite things outside of school: My husband and two kids, Dutch Bros, traveling, Mexican food and reading

My favorite things about being an educator: The look on a student’s face when they finally get a concept!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with my husband, my son and 2 dogs, watching Supercross and Motocross, Disneyland, Harry Potter, and Star Wars!

My favorite things about being an educator: Forming relationships with my students and families, seeing students believe in themselves and using that self confidence to have their aha moments.

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Tennis

My favorite things outside of school: Reading, spending time with my family and friends, my doggy (Jasper), my mom and Asian food. 

My favorite things about being an educator: When students find the love of reading!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Bowling

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with my husband and fur-baby, listening to music, watching Netflix and Amazon, and cheering on the Golden Knights and Red Wings

My favorite things about being an educator: Our "aha" moments; especially after much determination, persistence, and perseverance.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with my husband and two daughters, being a dance mom, attending VGK games and Starbucks

My favorite things about being an educator: Watching my students learn and grow and become the best individuals they can be

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: Traveling with my four kids and husband, trying new foods, watching my children play sports, beaches, sunsets, photography, coffee, sushi, and Amazon

My favorite things about being an educator: Building relationships with each of my students, watching them learn and grown, and seeing them smiling and laughing because they are having fun!

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Wrestling

My favorite things outside of school: Traveling and making memories with my family, riding my motorcycle, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu

My favorite things about being an educator: The opportunity to inspire and guide students on their learning journeys

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Pickle Ball

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time hiking, watching movies and playing board games with my family

My favorite things about being an educator: Igniting the spark of learning with my students!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Snowboarding

My favorite things outside of school: Watching sports, baking, coding, and spending time with my family

My favorite things about being an educator: I love to experience the art of learning with my students. With knowledge comes empowerment, and it brings me joy to watch their confidence build in so many different ways.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: Gardening, dogs, hanging out at my pool, and having lunch with friends

My favorite things about being an educator: Meeting a new group of students at the beginning of the year and helping them learn as much as they can by the end of the year.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Skating

My favorite things outside of school: My three grandchildren, walking, cooking, writing, crochet, reading, my pug Pelly and Sookie the rescue cat

My favorite things about being an educator: Creating lessons that my students can really relate to and get excited about.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Volleyball

My favorite things outside of school: Camping, hiking, reading, sewing, VGK, Aces, Korean BBQ, Sushi, and spending time with family, friends, and my 2 Goldendoodles named Drama and Bravo

My favorite things about being an educator: Helping students discover the "gifts" of mistakes in the learning process, building confidence and agency in their learning, and the importance of taking risks

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: My husband, Steelers football, Golden Knights, coffee, Amazon, Italian food, and going to the gym

My favorite things about being an educator: When students realize they can overcome academic and social challenges through determination, coaching, and persistence

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Balance Beam

My favorite things outside of school: University of Michigan, Golden Knights, scrapbooking/crafting, camping, Coca Cola, reading, and traveling

My favorite things about being an educator: Being an educator is such a gift! I love that we get to know so many kiddos throughout our career and watch them learn and grow educationally and as amazing little humans!

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Surfing

My favorite things outside of school: All foods. When my family travels, we plan our trip around the places we are going to eat at!

My favorite things about being an educator: Inspiring kids!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Artistic Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: Spending quality time with my family, trips to the beach and Disneyland, cheering for the Vegas Golden Knights and the Dallas Cowboys

My favorite things about being an educator: Making connections with my students and their families and watching the students' excitement as they learn new skills.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: Musical Theater, Crafting with my Mom, Fishing with my Dad, Quality time with my husband and family, watching Sci-fi movies, soaking in the sun, loving on my cats and dog

My favorite things about being an educator: I love that our Olympians know that if at first they don't succeed, they try again, otherwise known as 'The POWER of YET!' I love their can-do spirit, and their willingness to always try something new!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: My pooches Xanadu and Xaylee, yoga, exercising, soaking in the sun, sandy beaches, Italian food, spending time with family and friends, sparkly things, Valentine's Day, manicures and fireworks

My favorite things about being an educator: Making students smile, seeing student laugh, helping students build relationships with respect and teamwork, building confidence, and creating amazing sportsmanship skills ​

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Discus

My favorite things outside of school: Playing Disc Golf, watching TV and movies, hiking with my family, reading (Fantasy, sci-fi and historical fiction, and eating BBQ, Thai food, and Mediterranean food.

My favorite things about being an educator: I love watching these little people grow and figure things out through interactions.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Archery

My favorite things outside of school: My husband, 2 kids, my dog, travel, hiking, trying new foods, cooking, eating, coffee, tea, dark chocolate, karaoke, and picnics

My favorite things about being an educator: Getting kids excited about learning

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: Cross-stitching, coloring, the Golden Knights!, The Miami Dolphins, camping, my husband, and my doggos!

My favorite things about being an educator: Watching my student's growth throughout the year, and seeing their determination and dedication to learning

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Volleyball

My favorite things outside of school: Reading inspirational books, cooking, and traveling

My favorite things about being an educator: Being an educator gives me an opportunity to be part of a student’s life especially in giving inspiration to make right choices.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Badminton

My favorite things outside of school: My family, travel, the beach, movies, carbonara, and Korean foods

My favorite things about being an educator: The students' progress, communicating and building relationships with each student, their smiles, and the parents' appreciation and compliments

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: 100 meter race

My favorite things outside of school: My dogs, watching basketball (Golden State Warriors) and playing video games

My favorite things about being an educator: Being there for my students when they need help, seeing my students accomplish goals.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Ice Hockey

My favorite things outside of school: My husband, Vegas Golden Knights, New York Mets, petting dogs, teaching, learning, reading, beach vacations, pizza, fresh flowers, and watching any hockey game

My favorite things about being an educator: I love experiencing students' "ah-ha" moments, getting to know students as individuals and supporting them in the ways that work best for them, collaborating with families and colleagues, and learning new teaching strategies.

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Synchronized Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: Crafting, Sushi, Ramen, Nature, and Family

My favorite things about being an educator: The daily hugs, smiles, and unexpected comments or  things kids say, changes in students and sense of fulfilment at the end of the day.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Tug-of-War

My favorite things outside of school: Vacations, Travel & Eating Adventures, Photography, Documenting & Living Life with my friends, family and dog, and shopping

My favorite things about being an educator: Working with kids and watching them grow.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Taekwondo

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with my family, watching movies, traveling and trying different ethnic food

My favorite things about being an educator: Making a great positive impact in students' live

 

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Dance

My favorite things outside of school: Golden Knights, Mexican food, salted caramel, and traveling

My favorite things about being an educator: Seeing kids make progress and the excitement when the light bulb turns on

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Boxing

My favorite things outside of school: Being at church with my youth students, cooking, and making ice cream

My favorite things about being an educator: Being an advocate for students

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Softball

My favorite things outside of school: My family, dog, Starbucks coffee, playing games and being creative

My favorite things about being an educator: Seeing kids accomplish something they thought they couldn’t.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: Boxing, martial arts, UNC, VGK, coffee, sushi, the beach, my dog Rex, my family, God

My favorite things about being an educator: Making a difference in a child's life. Most days I'm helping a child grow academically, but some days I'm also able to help a child grow emotionally and mentally.

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Volleyball

My favorite things outside of school: My family and friends, the outdoors, relaxing on the beach, learning new things, Target, Starbucks and Dutch Bros, and Chick-Fil-A

My favorite things about being an educator: Watching my students grow emotionally and academically and seeing them challenge themselves to be the best they can be!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Figure Skating

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with my boyfriend and my family, writing, painting, baking, cooking, and In-N-Out Burger

My favorite things about being an educator: Helping make a difference in the lives of those who need it most

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Figure Skating

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with my husband and family, reading, swimming, shopping, crafts, festivals, traveling, beach, movies, Buffalo Bills, Vegas Golden Knights, Target, Starbucks, and taking classes to learn something new

My favorite things about being an educator: Teaching the students and seeing them excited about reading and learning and building relationships with my colleagues, students and their families.

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Rowing

My favorite things outside of school: Playing pickleball, going to Disneyland, and spending time with my family.

My favorite things about being an educator: Supporting students through their challenges and witnessing their perseverance.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Golf

My favorite things outside of school: Family, Golf, Detailing Cars, Yankees, Penguins, Orange Fanta, Tacos, Cheese-Its (white cheddar)

My favorite things about being an educator: Making an impact on children. One conversation can change the way a child thinks about life. Seeing the smiles on the faces of kids and the excitement they have when you walk into a room is priceless. 

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Track

My favorite things outside of school: Fishing, Seattle Seahawks, taco, California, and family

My favorite things about being an educator: Working with children

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Discus

My favorite things outside of school: Outdoors, Starbucks, Beach , my family

My favorite things about being an educator: Helping a child learn something new!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Downhill skiing

My favorite things outside of school: Travel to beaches, watching the Raiders and Vegas Golden Knights and my family

My favorite things about being an educator: Inspiring kids to work hard and help them meet their goals.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: Crafts, Steeler, and the University of Hawaii Rainbows

My favorite things about being an educator: Helping my students and making sure they are successful

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Soccer

My favorite things outside of school: Doing crafts, the 49ers, and tacos

My favorite things about being an educator: Seeing the children expand their minds

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Relay Swimming

My favorite things outside of school: The Green Bay Packers

My favorite things about being an educator: Getting a chance to inspire kids

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Soccer

My favorite things outside of school: Spending time with loved ones and coaching soccer

My favorite things about being an educator: Guiding students towards being successful

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Softball

My favorite things outside of school: New Orleans Saints Football, Jamaica, and my family is EVERYTHING to me

My favorite things about being an educator: Meeting new people and watching the students grow.

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Basketball, swimming, or volleyball

My favorite things outside of school: Roller skating, walks, food, anywhere that requires a plane, my grandma

My favorite things about being an educator: Being a voice and role model for students that need attention and being able to love those who are in need

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: I would be a spectator

My favorite things outside of school: Being outdoors, cooking, trying different foods, and watching tik tok videos

My favorite things about being an educator: Caring for the kids, their smiles, and the innocent, sweet things they say

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Gymnastics

My favorite things outside of school: Crafting with my Cricut, milk chocolate, and Italian food

My favorite things about being an educator: I love working with the children!

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If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Swimming 

My favorite things outside of school: Movies, hiking, traveling, and Disneyland

My favorite things about being an educator: Keeping the space ready for learning!

If I was an Olympian, I would compete in: Soccer

My favorite things outside of school: Sushi, baking, sleeping, watch tv

My favorite things about being an educator: Making our school a clean and organized place to learn!