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Hiking in Rancho Mirage during Spring Break 2022.

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/vkoloen-digitalreflection/introduction

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My name is Vanessa Koloen and I am a first year, second grade teacher. I am so proud to be a part of the team at Cabot Yerxa Elementary School. I strive to inspire students and set a positive example. With the use of cooperative learning and explicit instruction students take an active participation in their learning. I enjoy baking, exercising, and crocheting amigurumi when I have the time.

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Hello! My name is Vanessa Koloen and I am a first year, second grade teacher. I am so proud to be a part of the team at Cabot Yerxa Elementary School. I strive to inspire students and set a positive example.

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Name Julio Alvarado

Grade Level 8th Grade

Content Mathematics

I teach to influence the students that never believed they could make it to college or graduate college and have a career. I teach to inspire students who come from low economic backgrounds and live with the hammy downs of their siblings. I teach to instill confidence in every student which they can in return gain the confidence and apply it to mathematics. I teach to encourage students to pursue their wildest dreams be leaders of their own paths.

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Name Julio Alvarado Grade Level 8th Grade Content Mathematics I teach to influence the students that never believed they could make it to college or graduate college and have a career. I teach to inspire students who come from low economic backgrounds and live with the hammy downs of their siblings.

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/mrsnunezclassroom?usp=sharing

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I wake everyday and proudly live the dream that I worked hard to acheive.

I attended PSUSD schools from Kindergarden through High School graduation. I am excited to give back to the community that had such a large part in my up bringing.

I have the experience of teaching Sophomores, and Seniors so far. I also teach a section English II for English Learners along with my other Sophomore classes. With my Seniors we work with ERWC (Expository Reading and Writing Curriculum).

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I wake everyday and proudly live the dream that I worked hard to acheive. I attended PSUSD schools from Kindergarden through High School graduation. I am excited to give back to the community that had such a large part in my up bringing. I have the experience of teaching Sophomores, and Seniors so far.

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first year teaching.mp4

Name: Katie Zweber

Grade Level: 6th

Content: English Language Arts and Social Studies

I teach because it is the natural role for me. I have gravitated towards teaching since I was a child. Making pretend homework for myself for fun, volunteering to help in younger classes, later running an after school program. Now I love it because my schedule matches my own children, and everyday something new and crazy happens! I keep teaching because I love it. I keep teaching because kids need teachers who want to be at school. I keep teaching because I was a student in PSUSD, in DHS, and I saw how badly our community needs quality teachers. I am so proud to be one.

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first year teaching.mp4 Name: Katie Zweber Grade Level: 6th Content: English Language Arts and Social Studies I teach because it is the natural role for me. I have gravitated towards teaching since I was a child. Making pretend homework for myself for fun, volunteering to help in younger classes, later running an after school program.

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https://imukherjee9.wixsite.com/digitalreflection

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/torres-yr1-digital-reflection?usp=sharing

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Year 1 - Digital Reflection

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/mr-lopez3/home?authuser=0

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/cpapp/introduction

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/leger-yr1-digital-reflection/introduction

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/scottpalmdesert/introduction

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/sullivan-year1-digreflection?usp=sharing

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Grade: Kindergarten
Content: Multiple Subject

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My name is Jillian Buono and I currently teach 7th & 8th grade science at Painted Hills Middle School in Desert Hot Springs California.

I teach because I believe in the transformative power of education. As an educator, I am driven by a deep passion for my subject matter, a love of science, and a desire to make it engaging and accessible to my students. But more than that, I am motivated by a sincere concern for the well-being and success of my students. I want to create a positive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, exploring ideas, and taking risks. As a teacher, I strive to be a positive role model and mentor, someone my students can turn to for guidance and support.

Above all, I want to inspire my students to become lifelong learners, to be curious and inquisitive about the world around them, and to see the value and potential in themselves.

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My name is Jillian Buono and I currently teach 7th & 8th grade science at Painted Hills Middle School in Desert Hot Springs California. I teach because I believe in the transformative power of education.

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Carlynn Nelson; 5th grade teacher at Two Bunch Palms

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Carlynn Nelson; 5th grade teacher at Two Bunch Palms

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I am lucky to have a mother who is an elementary school teacher and I have volunteered regularly in her classroom over the last ten years. This provided me the opportunity to experience a classroom from the teachers' perspective.

As a student, I had multiple negative experiences with instructors who were unkind, uninterested in students well being, and taught the curriculum in unengaging ways which all lead to a negative learning environment.

With my experience in my mom's classroom and my own experience as a student, I saw how a teacher who is invested can make a substantial difference and what needed to occur to make that difference possible. To make this difference you need to be patient, kind, empathetic, hard working, and almost inhumanly optimistic. These are characteristics I strive to show on a daily basis to aid in continuing a positive space for students to learn and achieve.

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I am lucky to have a mother who is an elementary school teacher and I have volunteered regularly in her classroom over the last ten years. This provided me the opportunity to experience a classroom from the teachers' perspective.

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M. Camarillo Preschool SDC Rancho Mirage Elementary 

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M. Camarillo Preschool SDC Rancho Mirage Elementary 

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My name is Marirose "Mitzi" Camarillo I graduated with my masters and credentials in ECSE from California State University, San Bernardino. I received my bachelor degree from Chapman University in Social Science. I currently teach Preschool Special Education and have been working in special education for 21 years. I began my career working as a paraprofessional for many years before becoming a teacher. I left my corporate job to help my son during a difficult time of his first grade year. After working with the students, I quickly realized that I wanted to become a teacher after working in special education, I realized that I wanted to teach in special education. I have always worked with elementary students and really enjoy engaging with them.

I teach because I enjoy making an impact in the lives of others. I enjoy working with younger kids, watching them grow and seeing them develop new skills as early learners. This has become an amazing and accomplishing feeling that can never be forgotten. I teach because I also have the opportunity to work with families, and find ways to help them communicate with their child. Seeing parents' faces light up when they can understand their child, make every challenge worth navigating. Lastly, I teach because I enjoy helping families by connecting them to resources to help further their child's education.

Why I Teach

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My name is Marirose "Mitzi" Camarillo I graduated with my masters and credentials in ECSE from California State University, San Bernardino. I received my bachelor degree from Chapman University in Social Science. I currently teach Preschool Special Education and have been working in special education for 21 years.

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Hello, my name is Brenda Rivera! I am an alumnus of Grand Canyon University where I received my Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Following graduation, I worked in the behavioral health field working primarily with children who have Autism. During this time, I went back to Grand Canyon and completed a Masters in Elementary Education in 2021. I completed my student teaching at Van Buren Elementary with DSUSD and I worked as a reading interventionist at Van Buren Elementary for the 2021-2022 school year. In June of 2022 I was hired to teach sixth grade language arts and social studies at James Workman Middle School with PSUSD for the 2022/2023 school year. I never thought I would end up in middle school but I am so happy with where I am and the students that I teach.

From a very young age I knew that I wanted to be a teacher. I undertsand the importance of education and the pathway it provides to future success. I undoubltly believe that all students are capable of achieving great things if they have the tools to do it. I love the content that I teach and enjoy sharing my love of learning and education but my reasoning goes beyond academics. While I do focus on students meeting the academic standards and the information that they need to be successful academically in the future, my teaching philosophy goes far beyond that. I want to be the teacher that my students know they can count on. I want students to come into my classroom and know that they are somewhere safe. I want students to know that regardless of whatever may be happening in their life, they have one adult in their corner who wants the best for them and strives to make them understand that they are loved and supported and they deserve the best in this life.

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Hello, my name is Brenda Rivera! I am an alumnus of Grand Canyon University where I received my Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Following graduation, I worked in the behavioral health field working primarily with children who have Autism. During this time, I went back to Grand Canyon and completed a Masters in Elementary Education in 2021.

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My name is Cinthya Sierra, and I have been teaching Special Education for three years at Raymond Cree Middle School. Go Matadors! Prior to obtaining my Education Specialist Credential, I was a substitute teacher for Palm Springs Unified School District. While substitute teaching, I was lucky enough to have long-term positions at Desert Hot Spring High School (12th grade ELA) and Rio Vista Elementary (2 years teaching Kindergarten). While teaching Kindergarten at Rio Vista, I fell in love with working with students who had learning disabilities. Because of this, I decided to transition and pursue an Education Specialist Credential. My first two years at Raymond Cree Middle School were as an intern.

While my dream was to be a History teacher, I would not have it any other way. I love what I do and truly enjoy working with my student population.

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My name is Cinthya Sierra, and I have been teaching Special Education for three years at Raymond Cree Middle School. Go Matadors! Prior to obtaining my Education Specialist Credential, I was a substitute teacher for Palm Springs Unified School District.

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My name is Amanda Binks. I am a first year special education teacher at Cathedral City Elementary School. I hold a Bachelor's in elementary education and special education. I am currently working on my Master's in Autism Spectrum Disorder.

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My name is Amanda Binks. I am a first year special education teacher at Cathedral City Elementary School. I hold a Bachelor's in elementary education and special education. I am currently working on my Master's in Autism Spectrum Disorder.

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N. Voletti Functional 9 - 12 Functional Life Skills DHSHS 

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N. Voletti Functional 9 - 12 Functional Life Skills DHSHS 

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Although I'm not perfect, I strive daily to empower and inspire my students to reach their educational goals while having fun. My favorite memory this year was taking my students on a field trip to a

restaurant, watching them order their own food to build life skills, and see them have a great time.

Additionally, I teach because I want to give back to the community. Growing up, I had teachers counselors mentors coaches

support me through my educational journey and I wouldn't be here today

without them. Being in the classroom allows me to provide that same support that I was given.

I teach because I get to work with an amazing staff in the classroom. I look forward to going to work every day to be with a team of people that are working for the same goal.

Lastly I teach because I get to work with families. It is amazing to see how families will strive for their children to succeed. Being in an educational environment, I also get to provide families with resources. Those are a few reasons why I teach. Thank you for letting me share.

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Although I'm not perfect, I strive daily to empower and inspire my students to reach their educational goals while having fun. My favorite memory this year was taking my students on a field trip to a restaurant, watching them order their own food to build life skills, and see them have a great time.

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/tessamilwardinduction/introduction

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/mspedrow/introduction

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About Me
Name: Carol KardosGrade Level: 4thI am a first year teacher at Julius Corsini Elementary in Desert Hot Springs. Prior to this year, I have not spent much time in 4th grade except as a guest teacher several times. My grade level team and coach were very supportive. I learned so much from

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A. Moreno Julius Corsini Elementary School PE

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A. Moreno Julius Corsini Elementary School PE

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I teach Physical Education at Julius Corsini Elementary School, grades TK-5th. I love that I get to work with all grade levels because I get to know and build relationships with all students at my school. I have learned so much from my students, colleagues and administrator in my first year and I am happy to continue to learn from them!

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I teach Physical Education at Julius Corsini Elementary School, grades TK-5th. I love that I get to work with all grade levels because I get to know and build relationships with all students at my school. I have learned so much from my students, colleagues and administrator in my first year and I am happy to continue to learn from them!

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/n-hayes-digital-reflection?usp=sharing

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/digitalreflectionag4?usp=sharing

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/sharrington/introduction

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/kcarrillo?usp=sharing

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T. Howitt English I & II SDC Mild/Moderate

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T. Howitt English I & II SDC Mild/Moderate

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/howitt-digitalreflection/introduction

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1st Grade Rio Vista ES

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My name is Jonica Glenn and I am a proud Rio Vista Ranger. I am a first grade teacher, a loving daughter, devoted friend and enthusiastic Disney fan bringing laughter, learning and a sprinkle of magic into my classroom.

I teach because I believe that education is the key to creating a bright future and better world. I believe that every child has the potential to learn and grow, and it is my responsibility as an educator to help them unlock that potential. I am passionate about inspiring young minds and watching them flourish as they discover new ideas and develop new skills. I strive to reach students through personal connections and using their experiences as resources for learning and knowledge. Teaching has always been my passion and I feel fulfilled knowing that I am making a positive impact on the lives of my students. I hope to inspire curiosity, creativity and magic in my students through the experiential learning. I am grateful for the opportunity to help shape the next generation of thinkers, creators, and leaders.

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My name is Jonica Glenn and I am a proud Rio Vista Ranger. I am a first grade teacher, a loving daughter, devoted friend and enthusiastic Disney fan bringing laughter, learning and a sprinkle of magic into my classroom. I teach because I believe that education is the key to creating a bright future and better world.

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Arianna Sierks Digital Reflection Year 1

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/ramos-digitalreflection?usp=sharing

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H. Adams Preschool SDC Bubbling Wells Elementary 

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H. Adams Preschool SDC Bubbling Wells Elementary 

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/jacobcuster/introduction

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/hernandez-digitalreflection?usp=sharing

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My name is Vanesa Hernandez and I was born/raised in Palm Springs, California. I teach Kindergarten at Cahuilla Elementary School. This is my first full year teaching but, I have been working/volunteering in education for over 11 years.

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My name is Vanesa Hernandez and I was born/raised in Palm Springs, California. I teach Kindergarten at Cahuilla Elementary School. This is my first full year teaching but, I have been working/volunteering in education for over 11 years.

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/kipoka-digitalreflection?usp=sharing

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/perez-digital-reflection?usp=sharing

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/camino-digital-reflection?usp=sharing

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/boyd-year-1-digital-reflection?usp=sharing

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/vargas-year1digitalreflection?usp=sharing

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/nash-digitalreflection?usp=sharing

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Peter Joseph Nash

Why I teach Nash.mp4

Even though this is my first year I feel like I have been teaching my whole career as a software trainer and a department head. One thing that I discovered is that everyone can learn, they just learn different. I came to the teaching profession wanting to creatively teach students that were the biggest challenge. I teach because I want every student especially the ones that are often overlooked succeed.

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Peter Joseph Nash Why I teach Nash.mp4 Even though this is my first year I feel like I have been teaching my whole career as a software trainer and a department head. One thing that I discovered is that everyone can learn, they just learn different.

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https://sites.google.com/psusd.us/schlichtyear1-digitalreflectio?usp=sharing

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About Me
My name is Kristin Schlicht, but most people around Julius Corsini Elementary School call me Ms. S. I am currently a first year kindergarten teacher.
I grew up in sunny San Diego until I married my high school sweetheart, and we moved to the desert. We have 2 grown daughters, one of which