About me
For the past decade, I have been teaching on the East side of the state. My journey began in a traditionally affluent high school, but ten years ago, I made a significant transition to a high minority, low socio-economic high school. This change has been both challenging and enlightening, pushing me to reevaluate and adapt my teaching methods to better serve my students.
The shift from an affluent school to one with more diverse and underserved populations required a complete overhaul of my teaching strategies. I quickly realized that the methods that worked in one environment did not necessarily translate to success in another. It became clear that to reach my new students effectively, I needed to understand their unique challenges and barriers.
Over the past decade, I have dedicated myself to figuring out how to teach my students equitably. This journey has been filled with learning and unlearning, with successes and setbacks. As I have become better at addressing these challenges, I have also realized how much more work there is to do. Equity in education is not a destination but a continuous journey, one that requires constant reflection and adaptation.
One of the most significant milestones in my career has been becoming a Stellar Master teacher through Central Washington University. This year, I focused on removing barriers for our traditionally underserved student population. This work has been incredibly rewarding and eye-opening, highlighting the importance of tailored support and inclusive practices.
I am proud to share that our efforts have not gone unnoticed. Our high school had the honor of presenting at the AAAS and National Science Foundations conference this summer in Washington DC. This opportunity allowed us to showcase our strategies and successes in creating a more equitable learning environment for all students.
I hope to share both my successes and struggles with you. By doing so, I aim to provide insights and practical strategies that can help other educational systems serve all their students equitably. It is through sharing our experiences and learning from one another that we can create a more inclusive and effective educational landscape.
I look forward to our discussion and the opportunity to learn from each other as we continue to strive for equity in education.
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