Teaching Philosophy

    Teaching has been a life long dream for me.  I have been interested in working with young people for my whole life.  I believe that teachers and coaches are people that young people trust and respect.
    It is my hope to help young people discover the fascinating field of social studies, in all of the many areas included in social studies.  Social studies is the one area of education that is directly related to the reality of students’ daily lives.  Students can truly relate to the material in a social studies classroom.
    I would also hope to enlighten students on issues of diversity.  As a social studies teacher, diversity is an area I feel a great responsibility to focus student attention toward.
    Also, I hope to encourage students to participate in the civic arena and be active citizens.  I feel that living in the United States is a blessing, with all our freedoms.  I hope to encourage students to be active participants and appreciate their freedoms.