May 31, 2023
What position will you be holding at MPA?
Third-grade teacher
From what school/organization are you coming?
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary in the Fargo Public School district
Tell us about your education and past experience.
I earned my bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Human Development and Family Science from Valley City State University and North Dakota State University in 2020. Most recently, I earned my master’s degree in Teaching and Leadership from the University of North Dakota in 2022. I am currently in my third year of teaching and have taught both third and fourth grade.
What did you find appealing about MPA?
Everyone has been so kind and welcoming; I felt comfortable very quickly! I am incredibly impressed by the learning opportunities MPA offers to students, and I am excited to explore how I can incorporate them into the classroom.
What lasting impact do you plan to have on MPA?
I hope to have a lasting impact on my students by building positive relationships with them and their families. I look forward to becoming involved in the greater school community!
What’s your big dream?
My big dream is to continue to find joy in teaching, buy a home, adopt a puppy, and travel more!
What are you passionate about?
I am passionate about photography, empowering others to find and use their unique skills and strengths, and being the lifelong learner I encourage my students to be. There is so much to explore, and I am constantly learning new things about the people and world around me!
What’s a fun fact about you that our community would love to know?
I enjoy spending time at my family’s cabin. In the summer we like to go boating and in the winter we cross-country ski!
