I was never a huge reader growing up, but I realized I had a love for being in libraries and learning the organization of them. I wanted to work in a school library to connect students to books and help them find a love of reading.
Fear hinders knowledge and confidence, so when I can help a child face their obstacles, whether artistically or academically, I feel the happiest.
I think once in a while you get shown the light—sometimes in some strange places if you look at it right.
Theodore Roosevelt once said, “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” In education, there is not a more fitting statement.
The best aspect of our school is that we are a community that supports one other in the daily living out of our faith.
Not only do I want my students to learn Spanish and about other cultures, but I also want them to feel loved by God.
As a sculptor living a symbiotic relationship of teaching and making, I hope my students continue to create even if they don’t pursue a career in fine art.
In the STEAM lab, I see each student's unique way of problem solving and creative thinking. I love seeing the imagination, wonder, and curiosity in each of them.
My students constantly amaze me by how hard they work and the amount of time they put in to complete an assignment.
In a society that is polarized and divided, it is wonderful to witness our students engaging each other with respect and understanding.
What works for one student will not always work for another, so I introduce my students to several study strategies and help them pick which works best for their individual needs.
A successful Spanish student is one who knows not just colors, objects, and people but also how to pray, sing songs, and speak basic sentences in Spanish.
Truth is convincing, goodness is eloquent, and beauty is compelling; I have the joy of presenting them as we find them in Jesus Christ and handed on by the Catholic Church.
I am amazed by human movement. I love watching kids learn to push their physical limits.
I teach my students to put others first. Who can they serve today? Who can they love? How do their actions affect others? Learning to be selfless is essential and ongoing.
The process of art is so important to how children learn to express themselves—it helps them cope with their emotions and establish themselves as individuals.
I consider the year a success if my students leave my classroom with a passion for learning and helping others. The kindness, love, and faith I see in each student will always amaze me.
The intrinsic drive to learn for its utility for problem solving and decision making are critical markers for student understanding and mastery.
Working with children is my passion, and I'm honored to guide and help them discover the benefit of knowing a second language.
My office is covered in student art. It reminds me of the incredible talent nurtured in each of our students.
Sharing in the successes of students is certainly what I enjoy most about my work, whether it is mastering an academic skill in the classroom, finding success on the playing field, or simply learning a lesson about being a great servant.
I teach Latin because I find great peace and beauty in structures, systems, and patterns.
Intellectual growth happens best when students are allowed to explore God's world through the lenses of the liberal arts, sciences, and Catholic teaching.
I make sure that students get the recognition they deserve for their accomplishments, big and small.
I’m from Virginia Beach, so my classroom has a beach theme! I have had many students bring me shells to add to the room, and it makes me smile to know that my students think about me and our classroom while on vacation!
I love being able to be creative with what I teach. There are so many fun ways of learning, and in our classrooms, we are really able to explore these different teaching and learning styles.
The most important part of teaching is making sure my kids know they’re loved and have my support, even if they make a mistake.
I fill my classroom with lots of brightness and color to create an inviting and exciting environment so that my students will be more engaged and eager to learn!
I want my investment in student's lives and their academic success to be blatantly obvious. Of all the responsibilities I take on as a teacher, the most important is making those in my classroom feel like others care about them and what they bring to this world.
Sixth grade students are forming an awareness of their place in the world. As their teacher, I get a glimpse of the individual qualities that will create strong, successful adults with unique perspectives.
I am the happiest when I see our parents get involved in activities. To me, this is a reflection on how much they love our school.
By introducing students to a small sample of multiple disciplines in science, I hope that they will develop a scientific mind with good lab techniques and leave my class with a spark of interest in one of those disciplines.
As a counselor, I love that I can suggest prayer or quiet time in our chapel as possible ways to bring clarity or peace to a problem that a student shares.
In the John Carrol Resource Center, we focus on accommodating for the learning style and working pace of each student while covering the required curriculum.
I begin each academic year by shaking hands with my students. It's a symbolic gesture that we're entering into a collaborative relationship, that we're partners in the learning process.
When a student is uncertain about life, school, or their future, I always tell them that God has a plan and it is in His time.
I never cease to be surprised on the various ways my students respond to how God is present in the text we are analyzing.
What doesn't amaze me about my students? They are always showing me how smart they really are and that they can persevere through the challenges of life.
I rejoice whenever I see my students achieve the concrete results of diligence and hard work.
I encourage my students to learn a new bible verse each week. It’s amazing to see how proud they are to recite their verse on Friday mornings!
If you want to better understand Shakespeare, you read more of his plays. If you want to better understand Monet, you look more closely at his paintings. Likewise, by studying, observing, and digging deeper into nature and the Earth, we can better understand its Creator.
Besides the faith formation at HSP, the best aspect of the school is the pure, subtle joy among the school family.
The happiest part of being a teacher is knowing that, in some small way, I have inspired another person to be a better reader, mathematician, writer, and friend.
In Seton Center, students learn to be better readers, debaters, thinkers, and philosophers.
It makes me happy when a student suddenly or gradually finds the deeper meanings of the great mysteries of our faith.
I invite my students on the complex journey of life, and I want them to take the scenic route—the long way with all the zigzags that sometimes lead us astray—because it’s the unexpected zigzags that teach us the most.
The more you read, the better your writing will be. But writing starts with reading. Reading is transformative. Reading can save your life. Read, read, read!
I love when a student is completely immersed in what we are learning, so much so that he or she is asking questions that I may not even know the answer to and have to look up with the class.
Teaching preschool is a blessing. I love integrating play into learning and tapping into their natural curiosity when teaching new concepts.
Doing the right thing is usually the hardest thing.
School doesn't always come naturally to everyone, so I like helping students figure out what works for them and help them achieve success.
My goal as the admissions assistant is to help visitors see the amazing attributes of HSP.
I love being able to work in a community where we are free to share, grow, and support each other in our faith.
I love working with middle school students because every day is different and exciting. You never know what is going to happen next!
Because there are many ways to solve a math problem, students are able to have “Aha!” moments and make connections to many types of mathematics.
Facilitating deeper understandings and thought-provoking conversations while exploring novels, poetry, and short stories creates an active and engaging classroom.
The moments when students click “submit” or receive their first acceptances are really special, and it’s an honor to get to be a part of them.
Padre Nuestro and Ave María help us begin each class with faith in our hearts. The students pray out loud in Spanish with devotion, connecting the Spanish culture and language with our faith.
I want my students to remember to always put God first, respect others by treating them the way they would want to be treated, and always help those in need.
Being with the little ones reminds me to stop and wonder at all that God has provided. Each day is new and exciting to them, and nothing is small.
I love this school because I can practice, teach and nurture my faith and am surrounded by a community of colleagues, friends, and families who do the same.
“The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” -William Arthur Ward
“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view.” – Atticus Finch, To Kill a Mockingbird Learning is a two-way street, occupied by both students and teachers. As a teacher, I try to consider where the kids are coming from and what they’re bringing to the class, and in doing so, I try to meet them in the middle. I try to engage them on their level, encouraging them to explore and empowering them to take risks. When this happens, there is a sense of wonder and appreciation that is visible on a student’s face. And that’s what teaching and learning are all about: Meeting in the middle so everyone benefits.
You don't have to be perfect to be amazing.
Learning how to ask good questions, analyze information, solve problems, and think critically is far more important than learning the chemistry itself.
Developing a strong rapport with my students and earning their trust helps them to recognize each activity and assignment as meaningful and purposeful in helping them reach their potential.
Working with three-year-olds allows me the opportunity to notice the little gifts God has given to all of us. Whether it is a bug or a hug, we take the time together as a class to enjoy it all!
I believe that, with the right instruction, every student is capable of creating beautiful works of art. I hear students say they won't take an art class because they don't know how to draw. I always ask if they knew how to do calculus before they took the class. Art is a learned skill and anyone with the desire can be successful.
My students will always remember the amount of love and fun they had in their fifth grade class.
I had many inspirational teachers in my schooling, but my grandfather’s stories of being a spy in World War II and leading our Civilian Air Force Intelligence at the Pentagon definitely led me down the path to become a history teacher.
Our focus is on not only the academic learning but also the spiritual growth of each student. We provide an environment where each child can blossom at his or her own level.
Every day is a new opportunity to make a difference. These children may be small, but they have big hearts!
We tend to paint the past with generalizations, portraying its players as either good or evil, when in reality, history is much more nuanced because people are full of inconsistencies and contradictions.
I want my students to learn intellectual humility. I do not want them to end their studies with a triumphant, “Look at me, I’m brilliant because I can read Greek and Latin!” I want them to be awed by how little they know, but still thankful that they have acquired important tools to slowly advance toward greater wisdom.
The best aspect of the Lower School is the love the teachers show our students. Since my own children are a part of the school community, I know they are in good hands all day.
The best aspect of the Lower School is our teachers and staff. I am grateful for their incredible love and devotion to our students.
Performing requires students to express themselves clearly and listen to others carefully, and these skills are the bedrock of empathy.
Being a part of forming our graduates is an honor, a privilege, and a role that I take seriously and with much love.
Our shared faith reaches everything we do here, from academics to athletics to art, and reminds us that all that is good, true, and beautiful points us back to the God who is our source and our destiny.
I want to end each day with a sense of fulfillment knowing that I have served my students, my teachers, my staff and my families, with all my heart.
I have watched our students celebrate college graduations, weddings, births, and deaths. Their capacity to love and support one another, in good times and in bad, is the most beautiful and lasting gift our students take with them.
I feel that the Holy Spirit has brought me to this community of faith that is dedicated to Him, to be a channel of His grace to many people.
My goal is to provide a positive, supportive learning environment. I want to help all students realize their potential and become successful learners.
It's a joy to watch students working hard as a creative team in a respectful, God-centered environment to produce a work that demonstrates to others the beauty of their God-given talents.
I am always amazed at the hidden talents of our students—artists, performers, and so much more.
When students begin to depend on my help less and less, the more confident I am in their ability to deal with problems and issues in their own life.
I want our students to rejoice in the talents given to them by God and not despair if they are not the same as the person sitting next to them. How dull the world would be if we were all the same.
The joy for life and learning in our classrooms is undeniable and contagious.
Hard work beats talent, if talent fails to work hard.
It’s wonderful to see a child I helped learn how to read in Kindergarten reach their full potential and read the Epistle at an all-school or Lower School Mass.
Younger children have such a light to love others and be kind to one another.