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My teaching placement for this semester is at Troy High School, in Fullerton California. I am very familiar with the school and community, as I have coached here for the past four years. Troy is a welcoming community that emphasizes the importance of a quality education, while also recognizing that education stretches beyond the classroom. Troy is home to over 200 clubs and organizations, most of which are student run, and help benefit the community. The Social Studies teachers are welcoming and insightful, and are not shy to provide help or feedback if asked. I am truly blessed to be working in this community in a tight-knit community with a school environment that shows empathy and an unending passion for learning.

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My father was the inspiration for me to become a teacher. He taught for 27 years, and instilled in me the values and characteristics of a teacher. He demonstrated passion for education, a desire to see young minds grow, and most importantly a demonstration of empathy and equality for each and every student. My teaching philosophy aims to create a positive learning environment, while recognizing that each student is an individual in the school community, with unique goals, attributes, and needs.

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but you can call me Patrick.