Module 1 Reflection by JCULVER https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman Introduce Yourself en-us 2018-08-20 17:34:11 UTC 2024-03-23 12:49:56 UTC hello@padlet.com Name JenniferLCulver https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/274113886 3 Adjectives that best describe you
2 Important facts about yourself
1 Thing that motivates you as a teacher
(photo optional but encouraged)]]> 2018-08-20 17:34:11 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/274113886 Alex McClaran https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275033534 Caring, persistent, adaptable
Love to watch movies in any language with CC of course.
seeing student take self-accountability for their learning.]]> 2018-08-24 00:45:39 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275033534 Halie Welsh https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275244641 Passionate, Social, hard-working
I love traveling and I am always ready for a new adventure. 
Seeing student growth is my biggest motivator. ]]> 2018-08-24 19:00:07 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275244641 Ashley Tant ashleytant13 https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275328612 The three adjectives that best describe me are compassionate, invested, and Type A.  I am originally from Charleston, SC and love and miss the beach so much!  Additionally, my favorite hobby is being an aunt to my amazing 2 year old niece.  The thing that motivates me as a teacher is being able to watch my students grow and fall in love with learning.

Photo: My students and I on our last day of school last year]]> 2018-08-25 18:01:43 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275328612 What motivates me is being able to help others achieve their goals. I'm hard-working, love learning, and energetic. I love the outdoors, playing tennis (with family or a group) or going for a run in the park. I'm from New York and enjoy visiting there when I have the time. I like to swim for fun and am trying to improve. https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275333717 2018-08-25 20:22:56 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275333717 Edith Salazar https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275335221 I am hard working, patient, and caring.
I love to travel and I am currently teaching Pre-K3.
One thing that motivates me when it comes to teaching is seeing my students grow academically and emotionally. ]]> 2018-08-25 21:08:39 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275335221 3 adjectives that best describe me: I am compassionate, dependable and flexible. https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275374581 2 important facts about me:  I am the youngest of 15 children (my father was married 3 times).  Teaching was never my calling, but I knew that I wanted to have a role with assisting students with their educational journey.  Therefore, my principal informed me after 5 years of being a para-professional, it was time for me to become a teacher.

The one thing that motivates me the most as a teacher: Being able to be an advocate for all my students and being able to be speak on the behalf of my students, who may feel or believe they do not have a voice.






]]> 2018-08-26 15:12:53 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275374581 Beatrice Effiong https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275378221 The three adjective that best describes me are patience, hardworking, and passionate. Two important facts that I would like to share with the class is that I am from Nigeria and I love my family (my husband and two children). One thing that motivates me to become a teacher is that I did not have a lot of good teachers in middle and high school (even in undergrad). I strive to give my students the best of me because I have children and would love for their teachers to do the same. To motivate them to be better and reach certain heights in their education that they don't think is possible.]]> 2018-08-26 16:10:15 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275378221 Maria G https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275380953 3 adjectives? Passionate, outgoing and involved
2 important facts? I teach 6th grade Reading Mastery and I’m married with 2 boys.
1 thing that motivates me? Seeing growth in my students. ]]> 2018-08-26 16:57:45 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275380953 Yulin Ye https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275401914 Adjectives: Dependable, Patience, Independent
Facts: I love cooking and traveling. Hope to work with K-3rd graders in the future. 
Motivation: “Lightbulb” moment in teaching. Seeing students grow and apply the knowledge to explore more in life. 
]]> 2018-08-26 22:38:26 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275401914 Brad Rego https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275402270 Adjectives: Thoughtful, open-minded, diligent

Facts: (1) My children are ELLs, having moved here last October from South Korea.  (2) My parents both grew up in homes where L1 was Portuguese.

Motivation: My students reaching their growth goals. (They are so happy when they meet those goals.) ]]> 2018-08-26 22:44:49 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275402270 Amber costa https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275547557  Adjectives: hardworking, persistent, patient 
Facts: I did a semester abroad in Ecuador to learn Spanish and also in Brazil to learn Portuguese. I am studying to be licensed in EC-6th. 
Motivation: I love to see the “lightbulb go on” when someone is learning something new, especially something considered to be very challenging. 
]]> 2018-08-27 14:30:22 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275547557 Kendyl Fleury https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275765290 Adjectives!! Enthusiastic, patient, hardworking 
Facts: I just recently graduated from SMU this past May with a degree in History and am now pursuing my Masters in Education.
I have a younger brother who is a junior here at SMU as well. 
Motivation: One of the biggest things that motivates me or makes me want to be a teacher is just being a good role model for kids. I grew up with some great teachers I’ll never forget, as well as some pretty bad ones. I want to be one of the great teachers students never forget and look back on as a positive experience in their education.

]]> 2018-08-28 04:29:50 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/275765290 Paul Foster https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/276572272 Strategic, learner, achiever (and patient and down-to-earth).
I'm a career changer, although I have often thought of myself as a teacher of adults, and love learning.
My motivation for teaching is to help students realize how much they can really achieve if they set their sights high enough and do the wor]]> 2018-08-30 13:37:59 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/276572272 Lauren Trotter https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/276725513 I would describe myself as curious, creative, and driven.  I’ve been a birder for most of my life, and I love to explore outdoor spaces and natural communities.  As an educator, I’m motivated by student moments of discovery, when the learner engages with the material, develops their own questions, and becomes involved in the investigation process. ]]> 2018-08-30 19:18:55 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/276725513 Camillie Collins https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/276793939
The three words I would use to describe myself would be attentive, caring and imaginative!  
I would like to share the facts that 1. I am the first person in my family to go to and graduate from college and this has created a chain reaction because now, two of my siblings have graduated from college. 2. In between earning two Bachelor's, I did ministry training for three years!

The one thing that motivates me the most as a teacher is seeing just how much fun, relevant and engaging education, can actually set a child up for the most success in life. This will help them contribute their best selves to society.]]> 2018-08-31 02:35:25 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/276793939 Jeff Beneski https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/276969924 Three adjectives that suit me are formulated, curious, and perspectival.
I try and stay conscious of self-improvement: athletically, scholarly, and emotionally. I don't much go for movies, if only because I don't like staying in the same spot for 2+ hours. 
I would like to create a positive relationship with each and every one of my students, instilling a belief in them all that they can succeed/do great things, while hoping to demonstrate the value of a working mind. ]]> 2018-08-31 17:31:42 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/276969924 Hayley Riggins https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277149338 Adjectives: Three adjectives that best describe me are that I am compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient.
Facts: I graduated from Texas Tech in May with a double major in Marketing and Management, but decided to pursue the education route and now I'm working on my master's at SMU.
Motivation: I really want to be a great teacher as well as a role model for the students. I want my future students to be able to not only memorize the material being taught, but to really be able to learn and use in it in real world.]]> 2018-09-02 14:21:33 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277149338 Bryan Metoyer https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277184285 Adjectives: Caring, energetic, patient   
Facts: First generation College graduate, graduated from University of North Texas, working on a master at Lamar University.
Motivation: I get my motivation from helping other strive and reach for goals.  ]]> 2018-09-02 23:03:25 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277184285 Trigg Edwards https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277344696 Three adjectives: Inquisitive, Resourceful, and pensive.
Facts: When I was very young, I became obsessed with Baseball history; I had a massive World Series encyclopedia that went from the original WS to around the early 90's.
I was a volunteer ESL teacher for four years as I worked in the insurance industry. I also knew I liked teaching my classes, but it took me until this year, that I should become a teacher.
Motivation: I want to impart the lessons and wisdom that I gained from the hardest points in my life to my students so that they can conquer their burdens and overcome their problems.]]> 2018-09-03 18:06:17 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277344696 Liz Orta https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277349158 Adjectives: Organized, caring, thoughful.
Facts: Pursuing my master's degree in Bilingual Education and currently teaching a dual language class in DISD. 
My family is what motivates me the most. ]]> 2018-09-03 18:51:05 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277349158 Azucena Benitez https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277370552 Adjectives: Pensive, Non conformist, Hardworking
Facts: I taught kindergarten bilingual for 8 years. Before teaching, I worked for 6 years in Accounts Receivable.  I love to be out in nature! 
Motivation: I believe our students are our future and the best we teach them, the brighter our future will be. 

]]> 2018-09-03 22:26:45 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277370552 Alekzandra Michael https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277379077 Adjectives: Sassy, Stubborn, Determined
Facts: I taught myself how to tie my shoes when I was 3 years old. 
I am a first generation college graduate representing from Texas Tech University!
Motivation: Seeing the love of education form in my students and the impact on society that they have]]> 2018-09-03 23:56:20 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277379077 Kaitlyn Hartgrove https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277574338 Adjectives: Grit, curious, detail-oriented

Facts: I like other cultures. I hope to continue traveling to see and experience these other cultures. Another fact is that I hope to finish a novel and get it published someday.

Motivation: I am motivated to be in Project CONNECT because I want to provide equitable education to my EL students and set them on a road of success.]]> 2018-09-04 14:34:18 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277574338 Adriana Hernandez https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277604768 Adjectives: Determined, Caring, Outspoken

Facts: I have lived for 2 years in Valladolid, Spain and 1 1/2 years in Salvador Bahia, Brazil.
I am a Texas A&M Aggie class of 2008. Gig'em Aggs, Whoop!

Motivation: I love to empower my students and help them discover their full potential. Help them fall in love with learning. I love to see their growth at the end go the school year and how confident they are in their Spanish. ]]> 2018-09-04 15:24:11 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277604768 Grace Merck https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277741231 Adjectives: compassionate, down-to-earth, sincere

Facts: I grew up in South Florida, graduated SMU with a bachelors degree in Psychology in 2014 and am now pursuing my Masters with certification in EC-6th grade at SMU.
My only teaching experience so far is one year of teaching at a private preschool in New York City.

I am most motivated by the devastating number of children in our country who are not receiving the instruction, nurture, and care that they need. ]]> 2018-09-04 20:00:39 UTC https://padlet.com/JenniferLCulver/M1Roman/wish/277741231