Wiley Wednesday-Staff Spotlight
The Fabulous First Grade
First Grade Magic
Sharon Abel
I love our morning meetings because the children get to share about their lives. It helps the class feel connected when we see what we have in common and I love learning more about my students.
If we were to see you on X-Factor, what talent would you be showcasing?
Solving Wheel of Fortune word puzzles. I actually just auditioned for the show at the Crabtree Valley Mall. I am waiting to see if I get a second audition over the summer!
On Sunday afternoon, you'll find me...
at the park or on the greenway walking.
Years in Education
15 years
If you had a flag representing only you, what would it look like and why?
It would have a picture of a scale ( I am a Libra and that is the symbol). The scales would represent balance and equality. It is important to balance responsibilities at work and home and to be able to enjoy both. I also believe in people being treated fairly.
Complete the following sentence as if you were your students. "I know Ms. ____ loves me because_______."
I know Ms. Abel loves me because she tells me how much she cares and she encourages me to do my best.
Crystal Blum
I love recess. That sounds like what the kids would say, but I love watching them run around laughing and smiling. I especially love when they make up clever games.
If we were to see you on X-Factor, what talent would you be showcasing?
Singing - but only with a partner, not solo.
On Sunday afternoon, you'll find me...
Doing lesson plans and getting ready for the week!
Years in Education
22
If you had a flag representing only you, what would it look like and why?
It would have a purple background, because that's my favorite color, with a circle of diverse children holding hands, because that's my dream.
Complete the following sentence as if you were your students. "I know Ms. ____ loves me because_______."
I know Ms. Blum loves me because she smiles at me, hugs me, and gives me second chances when I mess up. (I asked 8 kids to help me with that, and this is a compilation of their comments!)
Abigail Wierman
I love Daily 5 time in the mornings when I see my students enjoying a good book.
If we were to see you on X-Factor, what talent would you be showcasing?
Playing the violin!
On Sunday afternoon, you'll find me...
Reading a good book.
Years in Education
2
If you had a flag representing only you, what would it look like and why?
My flag would have the wolf pack symbol (Go Pack!) to represent teamwork.
Complete the following sentence as if you were your students. "I know Ms. ____ loves me because_______."
I know Ms. Wierman loves me because she is happy to be at school and to be with me!
Iliane Garcia
Working with the students during rotation
If we were to see you on X-Factor, what talent would you be showcasing?
Dancing
On Sunday afternoon, you'll find me...
Home planing my week 15
Years in Education
15
If you had a flag representing only you, what would it look like and why?
Yellow with a red heart in the middle and some white angels on the yellow part.. Yellow to shine like the sun and send peace and love with each ray to the world.
Complete the following sentence as if you were your students. "I know Ms. ____ loves me because_______."
I know Ms. Garcia loves me because she cares about me.
Elizabeth Montague
My favorite part in the mornings is getting to read one-on-one with the kids. My other favorite part is on sunny Friday afternoons when I take my Bookworm kids on a "field trip." That means they get a book from the library and we read outside.
If we were to see you on X-Factor, what talent would you be showcasing?
Singing and playing guitar
On Sunday afternoon, you'll find me...
On a long walk, exploring the woods with my kids and our puppy. Sunday afternoon is a good time for grocery shopping and laundry, too.
Years in Education
4
If you had a flag representing only you, what would it look like and why?
It would have images of all the things I love the most; my children and husband. They would be surrounded by trees, books, a sunset and a map of the world to represent all the places we have been and plan to go.
Complete the following sentence as if you were your students. "I know Ms. ____ loves me because_______."
I know Ms. Montague loves me because she listens to everything I say and gives me the best high fives.
Susan Skinner
I enjoy working with small groups throughout the day.
If we were to see you on X-Factor, what talent would you be showcasing?
I like to dance, but not sure it could be showcased!
On Sunday afternoon, you'll find me...
At the beach or relaxing with my family
Years in Education
15
If you had a flag representing only you, what would it look like and why?
One that represents strength and independence. Experiences throughout my life have helped me develop these positive traits.
Complete the following sentence as if you were your students. "I know Ms. ____ loves me because_______."
Mrs. Skinner loves me because she encourages me to always do my best.