Why did you pursue education? by Darlene Gonzalez https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0 en-us 2021-01-06 15:50:09 UTC 2021-01-06 21:30:02 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f469-1f393.png Teaching MrCurrie1 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115597 In the 90's there was a recession going on and I had a hard time getting the writing career started that I had planned on. My roommate's aunt was a professor of education and she suggested teaching. I tried it and enjoyed it.






]]> 2021-01-06 20:51:09 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115597 Why? jherrera95 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115696 I was inspired by a teacher in high school.  I wanted to actually be an archaeologist- I was inspired by Indiana Jones!  😂 


]]> 2021-01-06 20:51:11 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115696 To work with Special Needs students. mfinlinson https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115732 2021-01-06 20:51:12 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115732 cjorge5 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115805 I pursued education because I wanted to make an impact and I truly enjoy working with kids. ]]> 2021-01-06 20:51:14 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115805 Job security https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115840 2021-01-06 20:51:15 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115840 koseguera1 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115890 I always knew I wanted to work with kids, just didn't know what capacity until I volunteered in college to work with low-income families and Spanish speaking students to help tutor and help them understand/find resources for pursuing higher education opportunities for their children.]]> 2021-01-06 20:51:16 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061115890 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116055 Teach kids the power of music, to belong to something bigger than themselves! ]]> 2021-01-06 20:51:19 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116055 dwilkinson11 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116064 I'm a history nerd who wanted a captive audience ... Hahaha. But really I love seeing kids grow up and watch as the light bulb turns on for them. It's a unique blessing to be able to be a part of that process year after year. ]]> 2021-01-06 20:51:20 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116064 Grew up with a family of teachers---- I wanted to be a Speech Path, but through some coursework, I landed in the classroom-- I LOVE working in the SPED field and advocating for the kiddos- it's my "why" I KEEP doing it. akirchner6 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116167 2021-01-06 20:51:22 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116167 To be what I needed when I was a kid https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116169 2021-01-06 20:51:22 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116169 I have always enjoyed working with kids starting as a volunteer in my children's classrooms and watching the teachers connect with their students. It inspired me to pursue my own credential. lweibert https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116273 2021-01-06 20:51:25 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116273 Relationships with the kiddos! https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116289 2021-01-06 20:51:25 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116289 The kids! mkemper1 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116307 2021-01-06 20:51:26 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116307 I fell into it and thought it was fun! julietruesdell https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116345 2021-01-06 20:51:26 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116345 Started subbing while waiting for my first academy to start. https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116429 2021-01-06 20:51:28 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116429 School was a great place for me as I moved from state to state to state. Teachers were welcoming and encouraging. I wanted to pass it on. adefremery https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116465 2021-01-06 20:51:29 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116465 Always with children mallen142 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116532 As a young person, I always worked with children. From babysitting to tutoring and working with younger children at my church. As I grew up, I knew I would work with children in some way.]]> 2021-01-06 20:51:31 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116532 icarson https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116557 Inspired by my high school math teacher]]> 2021-01-06 20:51:31 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116557 to help level the playing field for kids kjobb https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116715 2021-01-06 20:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116715 I enjoy working with young people and helping them realize their potential and become better global citizens. ascudero https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116746 2021-01-06 20:51:36 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116746 I witnessed a crime committed by two teenagers. clee179 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116887 2021-01-06 20:51:40 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116887 I didn't connect with any teachers until college and I wanted to change that. I wanted to be an advocate for students. https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116890 2021-01-06 20:51:40 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061116890 I TAed in a Special Day class when I was in 4th grade and I was sold on teaching then. slackey37 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061117094 2021-01-06 20:51:44 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061117094 My dad noticed that I was an excellent swim instructor and he encouraged me to go into teaching! akopshever https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061117112 2021-01-06 20:51:45 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061117112 kcory4 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061117149 I love working with kids and helping them work through challenges and develop skills they did not realize they had/could have. I was also motivated by a counselor who was not supportive in my past.]]> 2021-01-06 20:51:45 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061117149 I love kids, and I want to make a difference for kids, be there for them & show them that anything is possible https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061117360 2021-01-06 20:51:51 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061117360 I enjoy working with kids. They make each day different and unpredictable. I learn new things from them and they crack me up sometimes with their corky ways. mhuffman17 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061117368 2021-01-06 20:51:51 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061117368 I love working with kids of all ages! Thought I would have my own daycare at first, but switched to elementary ed early in college and here I am in middle school. kpeltz2 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118053 2021-01-06 20:52:06 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118053 Loved working with kids since I taught recreation dept. activities as a teen. Every day is a little different and creativity is always pushed. bschneider20 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118170 2021-01-06 20:52:08 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118170 Shelly https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118207 I saw my cousin teaching and thought, that is what I want to do for my career.


]]> 2021-01-06 20:52:09 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118207 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118315 to make a difference

]]> 2021-01-06 20:52:12 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118315 Gabriela https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118624 learning is fun and I wanted to help others on their journey of discovery]]> 2021-01-06 20:52:18 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118624 To help and inspire kids. nramos29 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118795 2021-01-06 20:52:22 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118795 To be able to make a difference nphillips36 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118825 2021-01-06 20:52:23 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118825 my 3rd grade teach was who I wanted to be like, compassionate, inspiring, and funny https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118872 2021-01-06 20:52:24 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061118872 my love for children https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061119325 to inspire them to be the best version of themselves
to make a difference
to change our world for the better
to raise quality leaders
- people of integrity]]> 2021-01-06 20:52:34 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061119325 To work with high risk kids. ajower https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061119544 2021-01-06 20:52:39 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061119544 To be there for my students as a mentor, motivate them to just be good people! For the kids! I was blessed with a couple amazing teachers growing up who made me want to do the same, have a long term positive impact on my students. sresch https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061120066 2021-01-06 20:52:52 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061120066 Have a family of educators and knew I wanted to work with kids. aallen149 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061122267 2021-01-06 20:53:41 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061122267 To teach kids through music to be a part of something bigger than themselves. https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061123181 2021-01-06 20:54:03 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061123181 Teaching https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061123525 I struggled in school my entire life & always knew this is what I wanted to do as my profession. I love working with kids! Being a 5th generation teacher, it also runs in my blood😁 ]]> 2021-01-06 20:54:10 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061123525 What else do you do with a history degree??? ;-). dwilkinson11 https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061123830 2021-01-06 20:54:17 UTC https://padlet.com/dgonzalez3/fcc2qznusc178hn0/wish/1061123830