• As your child's 4th grade teacher, I will instill knowledge into them to permit both their intellectual and social growth. I believe education is simply put, a teacher's influence on a child. I believe the purpose of education is to provide a broad spectrum of opportunities for all students while presenting a loving classroom environment full of compassion and acceptance for all. I aim to present my classroom as a family and let my students know that no matter what is going on outside of school, they are at HOME in my classroom. It is my privilege to teach and be a child's advocate - safe haven - and biggest fan. I hope above all else, my students know they are loved by me.