...I developed great relationships with some of the students and became the first European visit one of the student's village during a vacation. Since then, I worked in various capacities in business, including industrial training and film making. After retiring two years ago, I decided to return to the one thing I enjoy the most: teaching. (read more)
...I graduated with honors from Purdue with majors in both English and French and am a member of Phi Beta Kappa. I have a Master's degree in language education from Indiana University. I studied in France for two years, in Strasbourg and in Paris. (read more)
...I meet everybody at his/her level. During my writing workshop, I model for my students how to critically read the writing prompt and how to brainstorm ideas in order to create a strong persuasive essay. I teach writing strategies, essay structure, grammar, punctuation, organization of sentences, word choice, consideration of the audience, usage of reasons and examples, etc. (read more)
...If you asked me to jump over a hurdle in a PE class, I'd fumble and fall, and you couldn't help but giggle at me. I'm awful at video games too, but I respect the many amazing gamers out there who can think and act fast. What I do know how to do is write, read and research well -- following any ... (read more)
...I ran track and field for 6 years in middle school and high school earning MIP 2 times, MVP 1 time, being recognized for sportsmanship 3 times and finally serving as a team captain my senior year. After graduation I continued to have a passion for running, on my own, and I have completed in over... (read more)