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My name is Sara wright, and I am a second-year outdoor adventure leadership and con ed student! I am from a small town in southern Ontario called Meaford, located near Blue Mountain. I am interested in outdoor activities, I'm currently loving skiing and hiking, but during the summer I also enjoy canoeing, camping and going on trips. I am also part of the Laurentian cheerleading team! I chose to become a teacher because I've worked with kids for many years, working as a kindergarten EA, teaching skiing, working at summer camps and taking kids camping. After spending so much time working with kids, I learned how inspiring it is to help children grow and learn, and just how fun it can be spending time with them. I am inspired by their sense of joy, love and curiosity for the world and learning. I think it would be so exciting to have a part in shaping a child's life and teaching is such a great way to do that

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Hi! My name is Lola and I'm from Brooklin, Ontario. I'm in ADVL and I love everything outdoors. My favourite activities are hiking, canoeing, snowboarding, and camping. I also love working out, doing yoga, and listening to music! I want to be a teacher because I love working with kids and being able to help them grow and be inspired. I have had some amazing teachers that have influenced me to be more confident and motivated. They made me love going to school and helped me to feel capable of doing hard things. I want to have that impact and inspire my students to love learning!

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Hi everyone!!

My name is Isabelle Jonas, I am in my second year of Sport Psychology and Con ed. I have lived here in Sudbury my entire life. I have a few different hobbies, I love reading, I love going to the gym, I love playing soccer, I have been playing my entire life (since I was four), but I have played multiple sports throughout my life. I chose to become a teacher, since it has been my dream job since I was a child. I have also worked with children as a camp counsellor for the last two summers. I have also done supply teacher and loved it. I had am english teacher in High School, which was one of the best teacher I have ever had, she really motivated me in class and helped showed me what a great teacher looks like. I would love to help children shape their life, just like this teacher helped me!

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Hi everyone, my name is Owen, and I'm a second-year student in Kin and Con-Ed. I was born and raised here in Sudbury and went to Lively High. Some of my passions include sports, fishing, and coaching. I am the Head Coach of my former high school's football team. The reason I want to become a teacher is that I have been working with children for about 6 years with summer camps and youth programs, and it is something I am very passionate about. Also, I had many very supportive teachers throughout the years, and this made me realize just how important it is to be a role model for kids. I hope to continue the trend of helping students achieve their full potential!

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My name is Katelynn Bell, and I am a Second-year Kin ConEd Student. I'm from Sudbury, born and raised here. I love anything outdoors related. I traveled through 10 Provincial parks this summer. I love the country a bit more than the city. I love a good road trip that combines major cities and tourist attractions, but also has graveled back roads, where I can roll the windows down and blast music. Quite the sports fan as well, my favorite sport is American Football... Go Birds! Also, Go Jays! I'm also a bit of a gym rat. If I'm not at Work or school, I'm in the gym.

Fun Fact: I'm actually in my Third-year of University, having completed my first year down at York University in the Performance Music program, Transferred home after the CUPE Strike in the winter semester. After graduation I will have a minimum of 3 teachable's (Music, Phys Ed, History) I've always wanted to be a teacher since I was a kid, but in Grade 8 I had a music teacher who changed my life and I knew that teaching was my calling, I loved working at summer camps teaching kids I knew I also wanted to be able to help teens find their calling. I dream to one day also travel abroad and complete a teaching degree in the UK, I think it'd be a great way to see the world.

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Hi! My name is Kaarina, and I have lived in Sudbury my entire life. I am in my 2nd year of Con-ed, majoring in English and minoring in History. One of my favourite things is travelling, and one day I hope to backpack across Europe! I love being outdoors, as camping is one of my favourite things. I have worked with kids for many years, from babysitting to being a camp counsellor all throughout high school. Having worked with kids for so long, I realised that this is how I wanted to spend my time. I love watching kids grow, learn new things and become their own person. In elementary and high school, I have had a few teachers who really made a lasting impact on me, and I hope that one day I will be that teacher for my students!

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Hi Guys!

My name is Caly, I’m 21 years old, and I’m in Concurrent Education, majoring in English and History. I’m from Sudbury and went to St. Benedict’s for high school. Outside of school, I coach volleyball at Marymount, work two jobs, and enjoy staying involved through volunteering, with my Catholic faith being an important part of who I am. I come from a big family I have one full sister and two half sisters and growing up with siblings, along with being surrounded by lots of family and friends, has really shaped who I am. I completed a placement at MacLeod Public School, and being in the classroom with kids is what truly inspired me to become a teacher. My friends would describe me as fun, funny, and loyal, and I’m excited to learn, grow, and one day have a classroom of my own where I can help shape and support students as they grow into confident members of today’s society!

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My name is John Nicol. I am in second-year ADVL and I am from Pembroke ON. I enjoy playing basketball, hunting, fishing, back-country camping and whitewater kayaking. I chose to pursue a career in teaching because throughout high-school I had a phys-ed/tech teacher (also my basketball coach) who was very influential. In the past I have really enjoyed coaching basketball and leading sports camps. My end goal in education would be to become a high school gym teacher.

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Hey everybody! My name is Molly, and I am a second-year Con. Ed. student. I plan to major in history, as it is one of my many interests. Another is reading and surrounding myself with my friends. Deciding to become a teacher was easy, as I have a passion for not only learning, but also making school and the classroom a safe, fun, and caring environment for students. A trait influenced greatly by a high school history teacher of mine, who made showing up everyday just a little more tolerable. It is important that children know that school can be so much more than subjects/black and white, but rather an environment to feel safe and grow.

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Hi! My name is Samantha Rotella and I am from Hamilton, Ontario. I am completing a major in Criminology and a minor in English which is going to be my teachable. A few interests of mine are playing volleyball, reading, or going for walks, and hanging out with friends. I chose to become a teacher because I love working with kids and watching them learn new things. I think it is so inspiring to see them grasp new concepts that they didn't know before. One of the biggest role models in my life is my cousin who is a teacher, so she also had a heavy influence on me to become one. She always told me to never give up when things get difficult and I want to pass that on to my students as well one day!

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Hi everyone!

My name is Rachel, and I am in my second year of majoring in Biology and Con Ed. I am from Georgetown, Ontario, and I have lived there my entire life. It is in the GTA, and a very small town. In my free time, I love to go on hikes with my dogs and to read. I played hockey for the majority of my life, so occasionally I enjoy going and practicing with my little sister. I also love music and going to concerts.  The reason why I chose to become a teacher is that I always wanted to give someone the same support that I had received while growing up. I am an older sister, so growing up and naturally teaching my little sister made me realize that I enjoyed it, and I want to help others as well.

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Hi everybody!

My name is Jordyn, and I’m from Barrie, Ontario, which is about three hours away from Sudbury. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my friends and playing card games with them. I grew up doing competitive dance and began teaching dance at my studio in Grade 10. Through teaching, I discovered my passion for working with children. In Grade 12, I completed a co-op placement in an elementary school, and that experience confirmed that becoming a teacher is what I am meant to do!

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My name is James, I am 19 years old, and I’m in my second year of the BPHE Kinesiology Concurrent Education Program. I am from Toronto, Ontario and I live on campus in Sudbury during the school year. I love being outdoors in both the city and the country. I grew up playing hockey for the majority of my life, but I’ve played and coached multiple other sports. Aside from sports, I really enjoy spending time with family and friends, watching tv shows, and playing the guitar. Not too long ago I sparked an interest in teaching. I’ve engaged in similar roles such as coaching, peer tutoring, and volunteering in schools. Through this, I discovered that being a teacher is my true passion. Not only do I like to be a role model for those that look up to me, I also love to make a positive impact on the people that will create our future, and I enjoy watching them learn and evolve. My end goal is to become a high school teacher that can hopefully make a positive impact on the lives of many students.

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Hi everyone! My name is Jill, and I was born and raised here in Sudbury. I am a second year Business Administration student along with ConEd. One of my big interests is learning about history, which is why I chose that as my teachable. I love music, camping, and travelling. Although I initially did not plan on being a teacher, my experience working summer camps with children brought out my passion for educating and working with kids. I also had a couple teachers through the years that inspired me to pursue teaching. The idea of getting to create a fun and safe environment for children and getting to shape them into the people they want to be is what makes me want to be a teacher.

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Hi everyone!

My name is Valentina Vargas. I was born in Colombia and moved to Barrie, Ontario, seven years ago.

One of my main hobbies has always been playing soccer. Since I am from Colombia, soccer is a huge part of my culture, and when I moved to Canada, I continued pursuing it competitively. Over the years, I realized that I also enjoyed teaching the sport, which led me to start working with children.

That is when my interest in teaching truly began. In high school, I took the opportunity to work as a teacher’s assistant through my Co-op placement, where I learned a lot. After doing my Co-op I realized that I wanted to pursue a career in teaching as it is incredibly valuable because learning never stops. As students learn, teachers do as well. It is a meaningful and enriching career that I hope to excel in in the future.

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Hello everyone!

My name is Charlotte Taillefer and I am in my second-year of BA Psych and Con-ed at LU. I was born and raised here in Sudbury, and attended St. Charles College high school. Some things I love to do include swimming, spending time with family and friends, and going to my camp. I chose to become a teacher because I have been working with children since 2023 at day camps, and I have learned the importance of providing kids with constant support, encouragement, and guidance so they can grow and flourish. My inspiration for becoming a teacher would be from my aunt, who was actually one of my teachers throughout all 4 years of high school. She is supportive, motivating, and caring, and has helped guide me towards following my dreams. My goal when I become a teacher is to make a lasting impact on my students, and to not only provide them with knowledge, but to also make my classroom a place where they can feel safe and valued

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Hi everyone!

My name is Kiara, and I'm from Hamilton. I am in second year of Con Ed, with a major in social work and minor in English. I dyed my hair about a week ago to pink so imagine me but with a raspberry torte from strawberry shortcake coloured hair. Ever since I was little, I have loved baking. I mostly bake cakes, cookies, and cake pops, but my goal this year is to make a croquembouche. I also love doing art, specifically drawing, scrapbooking, and collaging. Ever since I was a child, I wanted to be a teacher. I always enjoyed school and tried my best to help my classmates with schoolwork. When I was in grade 12, I did a placement in a kindergarten classroom and got to experience teaching the junior kindergarteners. There, I found that I was passionate about teaching and being a role model. That placement allowed me to see myself as the influential role models that I had growing up and imagine myself in the teaching role being the inspiration that I had growing up. I hope to someday teach my students to have the love for learning I have and be curious about the world around them while remaining positive and imaginative.

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Hi everyone! My name is Bay and I'm from Sudbury. I am in my second year of sport psychology with con ed. I love any outdoor activities like hiking, running, golfing, and skiing, especially when I can take my dogs along with me! Over the course of my education I have had a lot of teachers and coaches that have motivated me to learn and be my best self, and that is something I hope I can do within my teaching years! Overall, my end goal would be to teach special education or be in a guidance role.

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My name is Brianna, and I have lived in Sudbury my entire life. More specifically, I live in Dowling. I am in my second year of Concurrent Education, majoring in English and minoring in history. A few of my biggest interests include playing guitar (fun fact: I’m actually self-taught after picking it up during COVID), travelling (I recently went to Punta Cana with my family!), and listening to Taylor Swift. I’ve even seen her in concert three times, including the Eras Tour. I chose to become a teacher because I grew up watching my mom in the profession, and she really inspired me. Also, I’ve always loved working with kids. I’ve been a gymnastics coach, I tutor, and my part-time job also involves working with children for the city. More than anything, I want to be a supportive voice for students and help them feel seen, valued, and confident in themselves. In 8th grade, we took a career quiz to see which profession suited us best, and my result was teaching. I still remember my teacher looking at me and telling me it was the perfect career for me.

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Hi everyone!

My name is Brooklyn. I’m from Sudbury, Ontario, and I’m currently in my second year of Con-Ed. Some of my favourite hobbies include reading, photography, and building with Legos.

I’m also a mom to a beautiful two-year-old daughter. I’ve always wanted to become a teacher, but since having her, my dedication to education has only grown stronger. Her daycare educators are incredible, and seeing the impact they’ve had on her has inspired me to help ensure that every child receives the same level of care and high-quality education.

Growing up, I was lucky to have amazing teachers and support systems, and those experiences shaped my passion for teaching. I truly believe that educators have the power to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives and help them become the best versions of themselves.

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Hi everyone!

My name is Samantha. I am 20 years old, and I moved to Sudbury for school from New Liskeard, a small town north of here. I have an apartment off campus with my partner who I have been with since grade 8! Although we often travel home for the weekends as I am a sever at a local restaurant--Tap That Kitchen & Bar. Moreover, I am in my second year in the Con-Ed program, majoring in English Literature and completing a minor in Sociology. I am also working towards completing a teachable in History. My inspiration for becoming a teacher goes beyond simply enjoying working with children. I see students as young people who need guidance, structure, and support. Having struggled academically as a child who received additional support, I became acutely aware of the difference teachers can make when they meet diverse learning needs without fostering shame or exclusion. I value meaningful connection and strive to be a thoughtful, reliable, and firm educator who helps students recognize their potential. I am looking forward to this course and getting to work alongside some of you!

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Hi everyone!

My name is Kaylie, I am 19 years old and currently in my second year of concurrent education. I am majoring in chemistry, minoring in biology and completing a teachable in mathematics. I am from Sudbury and went to St-Charles College.

Outside of school, I enjoy reading, hiking, playing piano, snowboarding and doing puzzles. I have a lot of experience working with children having coached gymnastics, basketball and flag football, as well as tutoring several students in subjects such as science, math and French. In addition, I was a camp counsellor and a lifeguard.

I want to be a teacher because I really enjoy working with children. I think they bring something new to every conversation. I value their unique perspectives which I find both interesting and inspiring. I have also had some amazing and supportive teachers and coaches throughout my life and I hope to provide the same positivity, motivation and support to my future students. I hope to become a teacher who creates a supportive and engaging environment for my students to feel confident, curious, and motivated to succeed.

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Hello everyone :)

My name is Danica, I'm 27 years old and I'm from Sudbury, Ontario. I'm in my second year of con-ed and my major is English Literature Media and Writing and I'm minoring in Sociology. I'm very passionate about films and I love watching movies. I'm into many different genres but my favourite is horror. Aside from movies, I also love to read and hang out with my friends in my very limited spare time. My best friend however, is my cat Molly. She keeps me company while I study. She is a very happy little kitty and she brings me a lot of joy. I also enjoy listening to music and going to concerts. My favourite artists are Taylor Swift and Green Day and I have been fortunate enough to have been able to see them both in concert in 2024.

After my undergraduate degree, I hope to pursue a masters degree in Film and Cinema Studies or begin my teaching career (whichever comes first haha). Ultimately, I'd like to teach overseas, preferably in the U.K. or Ireland but I'd be more than happy and willing to keep teaching here in Canada.

I decided to become a teacher because I value education. When I was 17, I read Malala Yousafzai's memoir and it changed my perspective on education and realized that I had taken mine for granted. Since then, I've strived to make education as accessible and welcoming as I can. There have been many teachers throughout my life who had made a positive impact on me but the two most important are my grandmother and my step-father. My grandmother retired before I entered school but I was taught step-father. He passed away in July, so he will never get to see me follow in his footsteps but I hope to bring his energy, his attitude and love of his students to my practice of a teacher.

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Hi everyone! My name is Brooke Jeffery and I am from Thessalon Ontario. I am a second year Con-Ed student and am majoring in psychology. I was born and raised in Thessalon and went to Central Algoma Secondary School. A few of my passions and hobbies are I am a competitive figure skater. I started skating when I was 2 and have been competing competitively since I was 5. I plan to be a figure skating coach when I graduate alongside my career of teaching. I enjoy going hunting and fishing with my family in the summer and fall. I chose to become a teacher because my mom is a kindergarten teacher and has been teaching for over 25 years. She inspired me to become a teacher as she showed me her passion for the profession alongside the other teachers throughout my public education that uplifted me and left me feeling positive about myself. I chose to be a teacher so I can carry on and help future students feel positive about themselves and be strong learners as my teachers and my mom did for me.

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Hi everyone!

I'm Trinity, I'm from Hearst and Sudbury, I went to highschool here in Sudbury but traveled a lot, as my mom lives in a small town, Val Cote, not far from Hearst. I am in my second year of Sociology and ConEd. In free time, I love being outdoors, weather that is, fishing, hunting, sledding, snowboarding or playing sports. I've played competitive hockey all of my life and now play ringette for the University. So I would also be very interested in any coaching opportunities in various different sports. Spending time with my friends and family are also very important to me. Through my schooling I was fortunate enough to have many incrideble teachers and role models who inspired me to have a passion for education. Their positive support has motivated me to want to make a similar impact on other students. I am especially interested in working with special needs students. I learned a lot from my placement with special needs students and found my experience incredibly rewarding. I can't wait to continue my journey in education and make a difference in others lives.

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Hello there! My name is Charlize Laforge, I’m a second year social work and education student. I grew up In West Nippissing Ontario, more specifically Verner, a very small primarily French town an hour away from Sudbury.

Some of my hobbies include cooking, baking, singing and performing, improvisation, thrift shopping, and walking nature trails or spending time near water. One of my greatest passions is learning about people and forming meaningful connections with them, whether at a surface level or on a deeper, more personal one. I believe that gaining diverse perspectives is invaluable in life, as it broadens your understanding of so many topics. Learning through personal experience is important, but being able to learn through the experiences of others is equally valuable.

One of the biggest reasons I chose to become a teacher was because of my past experiences with teachers and the school system. I’ve had a lot of good and a lot of bad. While the positive experiences ultimately outweighed the negative and led me to where I am today, I know that this is not the reality for everyone. I want to be the kind of teacher whose impact helps counterbalance the negative experiences students may have had, and to be a positive, lasting presence in as many children’s or teens' lives as possible.

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My name is Ethan Atkins, and I am a second-year Social Work Con-ed student who came from Cambrian after graduating from Child and Youth Care. I grew up in Sudbury, Ontario, and attended both French and English schools throughout my education.

Some of my hobbies are going for walks, watching TV shows, and going for drives. One of my biggest passions is playing sports, as it has been a part of my life for so long and has taught me many valuable lessons as an athlete and as a person. Without sports, I would not be the person I am. Another passion of mine is working with behaviours in the school setting, which I saw firsthand during my college placements.

I wanted to become a teacher because during my placements in Child and Youth Care, I became close to many teachers and got to see what teaching is about and the bonds you can build with the students you work with. I've also had many positive and negative experiences in the school system, and I want to be someone who can provide the same positive experiences to my future students!

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Hey everyone!

My name is Katie. I am 19 years old and in my second year of concurrent education here at Laurentian. I was born and raised here in Sudbury, and decided not to leave for my post-secondary studies. I went to a French and english catholic high school, where I graduated as a bilingual student.

Some of the things that truly make my life full are my dogs, my family and my friends! Outside of school, all of those things make up my life, and are truly where most of my free time goes. But some things that I am passionate about outside of all of that are reading, writing poetry, and going on walks. I have always had a deep love for literature, which is probably why I decided to choose my major as English. I love hearing people's stories, and especially love telling my own.

The reason I chose teaching as my career is not only because of the comfort I found in the profession, but also because it truly is where my heart fits best. Having the ability to shape children's lives has always brought me so much joy, and I believe the minds and stories children tell are fascinating. (Which is why I still chose to be in a school for the rest of my life lol.)

Also, the chance to provide a safe space for my students, as my teachers did for me, will always be the biggest privilege in my eyes!

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Hello! My name is Jessie (on the right), and I grew up in Lively. I'm in second year, although I initially was in Computer Science. Last year I started a BA in Psychology with Con. Ed, and a minor in English. I knew that I wanted to eventually teach something like technology, math, science, or a psychological field!

I work part-time in Dowling at a company called Hexagon (formally known as HARD-LINE), where they specialize in remote-control mining technology. I started in 2024 where I did marketing, but now I’m an Administration Student! I mainly do event planning, along with marketing, graphic design, HR, and production tasks.

In my free time, I enjoy painting imaginary landscapes, reading fantasy books, camping, playing games, working with computers, and listening to records. I enjoy heavy metal music, and I’ve been to many concerts with my dad and boyfriend! I also take care of two crested geckos, Maxine and Yoshi! They’re both 6 years old, and are very friendly and very cute. I’ve also got my very precious, little dog Minnie, who is now 13 years old.

I participated in robotics and tutored a few classes throughout high school, where I found a passion for helping others understand concepts they were struggling with, especially in a psychological sense. I love the idea of working in a classroom, where I'd constantly be engaging with others, and always actively working with students. Simply, I love helping others, and I think teaching will allow me to continue doing so. Working in a classroom with students would be so wonderful!

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Hi I'm Audrey! I'm in my second year of education with a specialization in English, and I've been living in Sudbury my whole life. The things that take up a lot of my time is reading and crafting. I really like to make things that I can wear like jewelry and sewing clothes. There is something so fun about hunting for strange fabric at thrift stores and giving it a second life by turning it into a fun dress or shirt. I've known since before I was a teenager that I wanted to work with teenagers. I wanted to become a teacher specifically because I did some tutoring in highschool and really, really loved it. Now I do volunteer work with students grade 7-10 and still love it!

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Hi, My name is Matthew. I am in second year of BPHE Kinesiology Concurrent Education Program. I am from Thunder Bay, Ontario. I like sports (especially soccer and hockey), fishing, hiking, watching movies. In the summertime I work as a camp counsellor at the university back in my hometown and also coach soccer in the soccer club I grew up playing for. I went into teaching cause I've had quite of few teachers and coaches that have influenced to be who I am today and have inspired me to pass on knowledge I learn from them into the real world today. I want to become a Phys ed teacher with a minor in history because I have always been playing sports and doing something active in my life, also Phys ed was one of my favourite subjects growing up. I wanted to also teach history cause it's also been a passion of mine to learn, and I had an amazing history teacher to make that experienced better. For the last 2 summers I have enjoyed being a camp counsellor at a sports camp mostly because I show a good positive impact and to become a great role model for the kids. I hope one day when I become a teacher I can continue to show that in a classroom setting.

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Hello all! My name is Alison Symington, and I am currently enrolled in Laurentian's Con-Ed program specializing in English. I am from Sudbury and work as a summer camp counsellor with the Laurentian Recreation youth sports camps. My passions include: the majority of sports, having competed in a number of them at both the high school and competitive/club level; high fashion; literature and film; as well as travelling. I am twenty-two years old and aspiring to become a teacher to do my part in benefiting society. We all have a role to fulfill, and helping to shape the future generations as both a mentor and teacher is an admirable pursuit. More specifically, I would like to inspire my students by advocating for a moral code of conduct. In teaching our students to live their lives by continuously choosing to practice kindness, conscientiousness, and patience, we have the power to instill core values in the next generations to come.

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Hi everyone! My name is Brooklyn, and I'm in both the Concurrent Education program and the Physical Education and Kinesiology program. I grew up here in Sudbury and went to Lockerby Composite School before my family moved to Newcastle, a small town about 20 minutes from Oshawa. As the social media coordinator for the BEdSA Council and a main base on the Laurentian cheer team, I am actively involved on campus. I also work as a tutor, which has played a major role in shaping my passion for education. Tutoring has shown me how powerful individualized support can be and how much confidence and growth students gain when they feel supported and understood. Outside of school, I love Snoopy and have a growing collection of Snoopy-themed items. I am also a huge Boston terrier lover. I have two of my own, Piper and Charlie, and my boyfriend has one named Luna. They're my pride and joy and bring so much positivity into my life. I decided to pursue a career in teaching because of the incredible teachers I was fortunate to have growing up. Their encouragement and dedication inspired me to want to create the same supportive and motivating environment for my own students. My desire to help students in gaining self-assurance, developing life skills, and becoming the best versions of themselves has been strengthened by my experiences as a student-athlete and tutor.

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Hi everyone!! My name is Abbey. I am 19 years old and in my second year of concurent education here at Laurentian University. I am majoring in History, and minoring in French. I was born and raised here in Subury. I went to St. Charles College for highschool and graduated as a bilingual student. Some of the things that I enjoy doing are playing volleyball, fishing, camping.. I have been playing volleyball since I was 12 and I plan on being a vollleyball coach wherever I can in the future at school... In the summer, I enjoy going down to my camp where I can spend time with my family and friends. Some of the things that make me happy are my 2 cats, my friends and family. I value every moment I have with my family because I think they are the most important people in my life. I want to be a teacher because I enjoy working with children. I think that it will be amazing to see them learn and grow right in front of me. A lot of kids are full of energy and curiosity, which makes everyday exciting and fun!! I want to become a role model for these students and help them develop many skills that they could use in the future. My goal is to become a grade 6 teacher, where I can create a positive impact on everyone and where they will feel safe and valued!!

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Hi everyone! My name is Calli, and I'm in my second year of BPHE and Con-Ed. I'm from Sudbury, and I went to Lockerby Composite High School. Some of my interests are shopping, yoga, and hanging out with my friends. I also love playing board games, walking my dogs, and going for hikes. There are multiple reasons why I chose to become a teacher, the main being that I grew up around little kids my whole life. I am the oldest of 5 children, the youngest being 3 years old. This has led me to have a lot of babysitting experience, but throughout this time, I developed an interest in watching my younger siblings learn and grow. Another reason why I chose teaching was because of a teacher I had in high school. This teacher taught me a lot of important lessons to become a better student, but most of all, she made me love school. She is definitely one of my inspirations, and I hope to have as much of an impact on my future students as she did on me.

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Hi friends!

My name is Mackenzie Poirier, and I am from Iroquois Falls.

I am in my third year of Con-ed, majoring in Psychology and minoring in History. I live on a cattle farm, I also race motocross and snowcross with my family. my favourite hobby is going to the gym and working on myself with fitness, I've done one competitive body building show in Toronto. I love going to pilates and reading my bible. I have a puppy named Arlow, she is a golden retriever mix with a springer spaniel.

I chose to be a teacher because I love the inspiration and the impact you can have on many children's lives. School was not my favourite thing in the world when I was younger but I know how much some teachers made a difference and I want to make the same difference for the future of students. I am passionate about learning skills and having creativity in what you do which I hope students will find the same passion or even better find their own passion with an open mind.

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Hi everyone,

My name is Adasyn Radey and I am a second-year student in Concurrent Education and Kinesiology. I am from Sudbury, Ontario. Some of my interests include camping, sports, and coaching, and I currently coach junior boys volleyball at LaSalle Secondary School. I chose to become a teacher because I have worked in youth programs, summer camps, and coaching for the past three years and have developed a strong passion in working with children. I have also built meaningful relationships with teachers from my elementary and high school years who had a lasting impact on my life, and I hope to be a positive role model and support for my future students.

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Hello!

My name is Jacob Vrab and I am a second-year Concurrent Education student majoring in History. I am also 22 years old. I am born and raised here in Sudbury (Garson to be specific) and I went to St-Charles College during my High School career. My hobbies consist of sports, video games and especially music. I also love to do any sort of outdoor activity like hiking and camping. I am a massive history buff as well. Becoming a teacher was something I have always wanted to do for as long as I remember. I had some amazing support during high-school that really encapsulated that future for myself. I took one year of Sports Psychology out of high-school and I discovered it wasn't for me, even though I wanted to go into teaching afterwards. I have worked with children for many years within the KUPP Centre and I fully believe that working at the Canadian Mental Health Association during my years off of school really showed me how rewarding it is to support those in need, no matter their circumstances and background. To me, being a teacher is being someone you can rely on. Someone who will support you through this crazy world. Someone who will always listen, make you feel like you belong and that you are deserving of any opportunity, just like anyone else. If I can leave my day knowing I made someone else's better, fulfilled and having students learn something new, I will forever be happy. Thank you!

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My name is Dawson Lalonde and I'm from Sudbury, Ontario. I spend most of my time with my wife and our newborn baby boy. Outside of school and being a dad, I spend time reading, bird watching, fishing and sometimes playing video games. My areas of interest are English Literature and History and I'm a big nerd when it comes to both of those things. I chose to become a teacher because I love kids, I have a big family, so there's always kids around. Also, I believe that the best kind of profession is one that is altruistic, a life of helping others is more fulfilling than a self serving one.

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Hi! My name is Abigail and I am in my second year of Con-Ed major in English and minor in French. I have a background in personal training and athletic therapy and have and still do work closely with athletes in Greater Sudbury. Some things I love to do include reading, sports and the gym, spending time with my family and friends and going on spontaneous adventures. I have become a first time aunt to a beautiful little girl and this has become the icing on the cake as to why I want to become a teacher. Becoming a teacher to me is the importance of providing children with constant support, encouragement, guidance and a safe place to grow and learn. I want to be someone's Miss honey as I had growing up.

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Hi! My name is Abby Pigeau and I am a second year student at Laurentian in the science and coned program. I was born in Barrie but moved to Sudbury when I was young. I love to read, spend time with family, and dance. I was a competitive dancer majority of my life, so the dance studio is one of my favourite places to be. One of the main reasons I want to become a teacher is to make an impact in peoples lives in the school community as they have on me. Throughout my time at St. Charles College I worked with many of the special needs students and they have made a large impact on my life. Their positivity and look on life really makes you take for granted how lucky we are. I hope to teach special needs kids and have an impact on their lives as they have on mine.

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Hi everyone,

My name is Ilee, I am 19 years old, and I have lived in Sudbury my entire life. I am currently in my second year of the Con-ed program and majoring in English. Some of my interests include running, writing poetry, boxing, and board games. Outside of school, you can either find me spending time with friends, volunteering, or at work. I currently work at a daycare, and although it is probably the most hectic job I have ever had, I absolutely love the kids I work with. I chose to be a teacher because I had an amazing teacher who supported me through many difficult moments. They helped make school a positive and supportive environment, which inspired me to want to do the same for other students. My goal as a teacher is to create a safe and supportive classroom where students feel excited to learn and to have a positive impact on them in the same meaningful way my teacher had on me.

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Hey guys!

My name is Lisa, and I'm a second year student in Kinesiology with Con-ed. I'm from Paris, Ontario (located near Hamilton area). Some things I enjoy in my free time would include anything to do with being outside, whether that be walks, hikes, fishing, swimming or sports. I also really love trying new types of food, and cooking! My areas of interest fall toward researching and building a closer relationship with God as Christianity is a big part of my life.

I've always wanted to be a teacher and use my voice and positivity to make a difference and welcoming environment for others, but I knew I wanted to teach when I found a passion in Kinesiology. My overall goal is to teach it at a high school level along with Phys-Ed and English.

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Hi everyone! My name is Trinity and I’m from Sudbury, Ontario. I’ve lived here all of my life. I'm a second year of Social Work and Con Ed.

I love reading, travelling whenever I get the chance, and listening to music. I really enjoy exploring new places and learning about different cultures.

I decided to become a teacher because I’ve always been drawn to helping others and working with kids. I did my high school co-op placement in a kindergarten and absolutely loved it. I don’t just want to teach kids, I want to support them. My biggest inspiration is my grandmother. She was a teacher who specialized in braille (teaching the blind) and I'd love to do something similar.

I’m excited to be here and to learn alongside all of you this year!

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Hi!

My name is Jocelyn Amon, and I’m in my second year of the Health Promotion program with Concurrent Education. I live just outside of Barrie, Ontario, and I love staying active and spending time outdoors. I play sports like hockey and flag football, and I'm on the Laurentian flag football team. I really enjoy spending quality time with my friends and family. I decided to become a teacher after working at my city’s day camps for a few years, where I realized how rewarding it is to inspire and help kids. I also have two little nephews who mean the world to me, and they’ve helped me realize just how passionate I am about supporting kids as they grow and learn.

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Heya :) My name is Phoenix, and I am a second year Outdoor Adventure Leadership student!  I was born and raised in Sudbury.  I went to school for Graphic Design before this, but it was the wrong career for me and I am much more excited about teaching!  I enjoy lots of crafty hobbies, like knitting and crochet, drawing, collage, and quilting.  I also enjoy travelling and hiking, and generally being outdoors.  My favourite place to be is in the woods.

I chose to become a teacher because I want to make a difference in the lives of young people.  There are a lot of little things that I wish I was taught when I was in elementary and high school, and I hope I can teach my students in a way that sets them up for a lot of future success.

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My name is Rowan Smith. I'm a second year con Ed student majoring in biology. I am from Six Nations Reserve about 5 hours south of Laurentian.

I decided to attend here for the education program due to numerous supports I've had in my education. Many teachers and family members have shown me lots of support to continue pursuing my education and I want to pay that forward in a way simalarly to them. Many of my family members are also teachers, or have been in the past.

Outside of school, I enjoy playing lacrosse, fishing, spending time with my friends, and also playing video games. I have also done a little volunteer work teaching high school aged students how to play lacrosse.

It is my hope to one day teach on my home reserve for students in high school to support and encourage them to pursue post secondary education.

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My name is Ethan Roos, and I'm from Bracebridge, Ontario. I'm a second-year ADVL student. My hobbies include playing lacrosse for Laurentian and chocolate milk. I want to get into the education field because of my mom, who is an EA and was unable to become a teacher because she lost her sight at a young age. I have volunteered at schools and find it very rewarding. I was also lucky enough to have incredible teachers growing up who influenced me.

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My name is Erin Cherneski, I am in my third year of the Bachelors of Psychology program. I was born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario. My hobbies include cross stitching, baking and crocheting. I chose to pursue a career as a teacher after spending more than a decade working within the education field as an Educational Assistant. Learning from teachers whom I had the pleasure of working with closely I realized that furthering my education was not out of reach despite my age. 

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My name is Erin Cherneski, I am in my third year of the Bachelors of Psychology program. I was born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario. My hobbies include cross stitching, baking and crocheting. I chose to pursue a career as a teacher after spending more than a decade working within the education field as an Educational Assistant. Learning from teachers whom I had the pleasure of working with closely I realized that furthering my education was not out of reach despite my age. 