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My biggest concern is that PE is a new challenge in my teaching career. But who doesn't love a new challenge?! I have coached Girls on the Run the past 6 years, which really sparked my interest in PE. I want to be the absolute best I can be for my students, their families, and my colleagues!

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I relax by doing things I most enjoy, such as hopping on my bicycle, taking my dog to the beach, cooking/baking, having friends & family over for a meal, trying a new restaurant, or listening to music (anything from New Order to the Beastie Boys!) Since our current circumstances haven't been the norm, I've been doing a lot of quarantine cooking, which means I really should be hopping on my bicycle more, LOL!

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I grew up in New York and moved to Florida after I graduated in 2019. I do all kinds of arts visual, dancing, music its always been my passion since a young age. This will be my second year teaching art in Pinellas County, my favorite thing about teaching is seeing what my kids can teach me by the end of the year! I am a big fan of outdoor sports and recreation like snowboarding, surfing, rock climbing, and back packing!

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New space, fresh faces, new environment! I visited today to drop off some of my things and I truly felt amazing energy from a few people I met. Seeing my classroom really excited me too, I've never had such a wide open space to work in and create!

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At the moment moving in all my stuff haha, I try not to think too ahead into the future, always trying to remain optimistic.

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I do a lot of routines to get me in a relaxed state, I'm really big on self care and self development so yoga, meditation, and journaling are big parts of my everyday mindful practice. I grew up near Woodstock NY and don't mind if you call me a hippy haha :)

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I was born and raised in Clearwater.  Next year will be my 24th year teaching in Pinellas County.  I taught 5th grade for 9 years, 3rd grade for 4 years, 2nd grade for 4 years, and Pre-K/ESE for 6 years.  I was the interim behavior specialist while ours was on maternity leave, and I enjoy working with all grade levels.

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I taught at Dunedin Elementary for 17 years, then Gulfport Elementary for 6 years.  I am SUPER EXCITED to be teaching in my community again!  There's something special about teaching in the community in which you live.  I feel a connection to Clearwater, which has been home to me my entire life. I can't wait to meet you all!

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I've been teaching art for 11 years at Pinellas Central Elementary. I am originally from Ocala, FL and went to school at Florida State. I met my husband in a parking garage in Ybor City, and we've been married for just over 5 years. We have a sweet and spicy 3 year old daughter, who thinks she is a Disney princess.

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I am really excited to be working in a school for the arts, where we all share the same passion for what we do.

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Accidentally calling Sandy Lane the name of my old school. I'm really going to miss my Pinellas Central family. After 11 years, it was my second home. But, I'm ready to expand my work family, and cannot wait to meet all of the wonderful new students at Sandy Lane.

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I love to relax with my family. We are big Disney fans, and cannot wait for the parks to reopen. I also enjoy running, going to the beach, trips to the zoo, and learning new types of art.

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I grew up in St. Petersburg, attending Perkins Elementary, Thurgood Marshall Fundamental Middle, and PCCA at Gibbs High. I have played the viola since 3rd grade and have pursued singing since 9th grade. This will be my first year of teaching since I graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University in December with my degree in Music Education!

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I relax by spending time with my friends and family. I am a major extrovert, so social distancing has really put me in a funk not being able to interact with people enough. I also enjoy exploring new places in nature, baking, and watching movies to relax!

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I also grew up in Pinellas County.  I attended Shore Acres Elementary, Campbell Park Elementary, Riviera Middle, and Northeast High.  I attended USF, Tampa, and was a member of the annual Herd of Thunder Marching band, where I met my husband.  We have been married for 18 years and have an almost 11 year old daughter (who used to think she was a Disney princess, too!). I taught 3.5 years in asco before coming back to Pinellas, where I have been teaching at San Jose Elementary for 15 years.  My husband is the band director at Dunedin Highland Middle School.

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I also grew up in Pinellas County.  I attended Shore Acres Elementary, Campbell Park Elementary, Riviera Middle, and Northeast High.  I attended USF, Tampa, and was a member of the annual Herd of Thunder Marching band, where I met my husband.  We have been married for 18 years and have an almost 11 year old daughter (who used to think she was a Disney princess, too!). I taught 3.5 years in asco before coming back to Pinellas, where I have been teaching at San Jose Elementary for 15 years.  My husband is the band director at Dunedin Highland Middle School.

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I relax through nature. The open and organic space enliven my senses and free my mind. Running in different areas allow me to explore the scenery and ideas to find me!

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My biggest concern is getting families and the community to see us as changing.  It is one thing to open as  "Reinvented", but we have been building from the inside out.  Although this makes for a stronger program overall, it bears convincing to a public that sees from the outside in.

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I am excited to see the Performing Arts Wind and the expanded Arts staff finally manifest! Possibility stimulates me. We are on the the next phase of the Conservatory and I look forward to the collaboration.

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This is year 30 for me. Every 5 years I have re-evaluated what I want to do with my life. I continued going to school (different subjects); left teaching after 10 years to be an interim director of an Arts non-profit; came back and keep exploring opprotunities for growth ~ cognitively and physically. My passion contiues to be the necessity for the Arts in all aspects of education. I have lived in this same home for 25 years ~ and that has even been made over thrice! It is now my open-space "bungalow." My sancutary for me and my animals.

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My biggest concern is that I might not be able to think fast enough on my feet when problems arise due to my naivety as a teacher.

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I am so excited to collaborate with teachers that have had different experiences than me and share with students my love of being immersed in the arts!

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Arts integration is a passion of mine.  I, too, am excited to work with a staff and team of like minded professional.  People who put the arts first.  The collaboration will be awesome!

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Arts integration is a passion of mine.  I, too, am excited to work with a staff and team of like minded professional.  People who put the arts first.  The collaboration will be awesome!

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The challenge of what the beginning of the year will look like, with the COVID craziness.  I am hopeful that I will get to meet the students face to face and will have consistency with that to create routines and procedures for success.

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The challenge of what the beginning of the year will look like, with the COVID craziness.  I am hopeful that I will get to meet the students face to face and will have consistency with that to create routines and procedures for success.

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Performing and practicing are how I like to relax: I know it will sound weird, but I relax by teaching more: flute, clarinet, and saxophone lessons.  Working with middle and high school students on playing their instruments is my happy place.  I really enjoy working with these students and it relaxes me from my daily stresses.  I have a private studio of about 6 students each year.  I also enjoy playing in orchestra pits for local musicals (high school and semi-professional).  Besides that I enjoy camping in our travel trailer, fishing on the boat, beach, and any time with my family. 

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Performing and practicing are how I like to relax: I know it will sound weird, but I relax by teaching more: flute, clarinet, and saxophone lessons.  Working with middle and high school students on playing their instruments is my happy place.  I really enjoy working with these students and it relaxes me from my daily stresses.  I have a private studio of about 6 students each year.  I also enjoy playing in orchestra pits for local musicals (high school and semi-professional).  Besides that I enjoy camping in our travel trailer, fishing on the boat, beach, and any time with my family. 

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Beginning of school year! What is to come

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Beginning of school year! What is to come

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Going on the Boat is #1,
The pool is #2
Biking is #3
Chilling with Friends and Family #4

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If you don't know, I will tell you!

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Since I have a degree in Music Therapy, I started my education career as a Music Therapist!

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Since I have a degree in Music Therapy, I started my education career as a Music Therapist!

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Working collaboratively with a great team of teachers to integrate the arts!

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Working collaboratively with a great team of teachers to integrate the arts!

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How will we integrate the arts if we need to teach virtually?

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How will we integrate the arts if we need to teach virtually?

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My favorite way to relax is when I can enjoy having all of my family together in one place - especially watching my grandchildren play and grow.

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My favorite way to relax is when I can enjoy having all of my family together in one place - especially watching my grandchildren play and grow.