Ellen Ostroski
Teaching is the ultimate spark. I love those "aha!" moments when a tough concept finally clicks and a student’s face lights up with newfound
Teaching is the ultimate spark. I love those "aha!" moments when a tough concept finally clicks and a student’s face lights up with newfound
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I teach to create a sanctuary where the quiet, the struggling, and the different kids know they are seen, safe, and valued. My mission is to make sure school feels like home for every student.
Tell us about your most memorable teaching experienceI have too many to narrow but down to just one.I t’s the beautiful curse of the profession. Once I start looking for those moments, I realized my 20+ career is essentially a mosaic of them all.
What would you do with the $25,000?I would get something nice for my husband, who is one of my biggest supporters, and invest most of it. I would also get new furniture for my house.
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