https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0 Why did you become an educator? Why do you continue to do this work? Add a picture and a brief description of your why. Heart at least two posts that resonate with you. Comment on another two posts that resonate with you. en-us 2022-08-19 12:28:41 UTC 2025-12-11 13:06:28 UTC hello@padlet.com greatschools https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2265427494 I want to help create a world where students like him will receive the best education this world has to offer! -Danielle ]]> 2022-08-19 12:29:09 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2265427494 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270048103 2022-08-24 12:48:34 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270048103 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270048176 I started my journey in education and continue to work hard everyday because I want to be a part of helping all students succeed, especially those that have barriers. ]]> 2022-08-24 12:48:37 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270048176 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270048230 I want to help support the wonderful educators who work with and will work with my children. ]]> 2022-08-24 12:48:42 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270048230 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270048389 2022-08-24 12:48:51 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270048389 athompson372 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270048895 I want to create spaces that students want to learn and enjoy their time in the classroom. This photo is part of my crew from Paraguay. They were a challenging group to engage but you can see the kids are working together to explore solids, liquids and gases. ]]> 2022-08-24 12:49:25 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270048895 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270049074 2022-08-24 12:49:37 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270049074 dkilmister https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270049449 I started out as long-term sub teaching English in seventh grade--Phew!  I loved learning, but the more time I spent with students the more I enjoyed them and their minds.  I wanted them to love learning and stay curious, and I still feel that way about the students and adults I work with.]]> 2022-08-24 12:50:00 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270049449 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270049629 I live for the opportunity to help others grow and learn, colleagues, students, parents and to learn myself.]]> 2022-08-24 12:50:13 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270049629 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270049885 I have always loved children and being in school since I was young. I often joke that my first two students were my cats (which they were very well behaved students). I am an advocate for students and want all of them to grow up and be successful human beings. I continue to be a lifelong learner and will always be part of education for as long as I can. ]]> 2022-08-24 12:50:30 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270049885 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270050094 To support the community in creating amazing humans. Children are the future]]> 2022-08-24 12:50:46 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270050094 k_knapp https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270050944 2022-08-24 12:51:41 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270050944 kroberts194 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270051689 When I was in Kindergarten I knew I wanted to be a teacher. I loved learning and I loved helping others. When I reached second grade I met Karen Ellis. She became my why. She inspired me with her kindness, passion for teaching, work ethic and love. She helped me work on my craft up until the end. I want to be to kids what she was to me. A guide, a north star, a friend, and most importantly someone who fights for students. ]]> 2022-08-24 12:52:27 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270051689 kbrown481 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270056341 I'm here to give students a safe space and as much as a level playing field as possible. From my years of experience at an economically disadvantaged summer camp I know the importance of having at least one person to 'count on'... oh and helping students to learn the fundamentals of reading isn't a bad gig. ]]> 2022-08-24 12:56:21 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270056341 https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270060892 I have always loved school, and always said I wanted to be a teacher (since I was 2).  I continue to love it because of my love of learning that I always strive to pass on to my students. ]]> 2022-08-24 13:00:40 UTC https://padlet.com/greatschools/shqbaiyvk8mig0w0/wish/2270060892