What inspired you to go into education?
My Mom and my Fourth Grade Teacher inspired me to go into education. When I was in elementary school, my Mom was teaching preschool. I would often go to her school and work with the children. I would watch her interact with the children and then mimic her. This is when I fell in love with teaching! My Fourth Grade Teacher was also a great inspiration. Her classroom was a magical place and she knew just how to make every child in her class feel special. One of my best fourth grade memories is when she read "James and the Giant Peach" to us outside under a tree. I feel lucky to have had two great role models!
What is the most exciting part about starting in your new position as Principal of the Tobin Montessori School?
The three most exciting parts about starting in my new position as Principal of the Tobin Montessori School are:
Leading an amazing staff who are all dedicated to educating and nurturing the whole child.
Fostering and strengthening the home to school partnership---I look forward to getting to know all families in our Tobin community.
Sharing the exciting work we do at Tobin Montessori with the community and beyond!
What is your favorite part of the day?
Hands down...arrivals! I love seeing the smiling faces of the children as they come off the bus or come up the ramp. They always make me smile and it is the best way to start the day:)
Favorite flavor ice cream?
Typically I am a cookie dough fan, but recently I am leaning towards chocolate peanut butter cup...yum!