Kristen Brice
I am an AACPS: First Grade Teacher, Richard Henry Lee Elementary School | 2017 Teacher of the Year Nominee
“Knowledge will bring you the opportunity to make a difference” -Claire Fagin
I WILL teach my students that knowledge is powerful. I want to instill this in my students and encourage them to value their education and believe they can make a difference in the world.
I WILL accommodate every student in their unique learning styles. It is my obligation to create a safe, positive environment that gives us the freedom to learn, build relationships, and take risks. I want to promote an exciting learning environment that makes it difficult for students not to learn. Teachers should look for those clues and discover each student’s specific learning styles in order to motivate them and allow learning to happen naturally.
“The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing.” -Henry Ford
I WILL teach my students that hard work pays off. I want to educate through practical applications and help students find purpose in everything they do. Teachers should design student-directed activities that embrace exploration, discovery, experiential learning, and conversation with peers. All lessons should be designed to enhance students’ knowledge and leave them wanting to learn more.
I WILL teach my students mistakes are part of life. Teachers have flaws and they understand their students have flaws as well. It’s how we respond to their flaws that matters the most. A teacher should know how to include all students in the learning process and inspire their students to push themselves further.
“Education, therefore, is a process of living and not a preparation for future living.”
-John Dewey
I WILL give my students the best education possible! I believe there are outstanding teachers because they are in the line of work for the right reasons. They care and they have their students’ best interests at heart. The best teachers want to see their students succeed in class and in life. I believe every child can learn, but not every person can teach.
