About Your Teacher

Hi! My name is Helen Peterson and I was born and raised in a suburb north of Chicago. I grew up in the Midwest before moving to Tucson, Arizona in the fall of 2020.

I graduated from the University of Arizona, in Tucson, in May of 2024. I received my Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education. After graduating from the University of Arizona, I moved up to Phoenix to begin my teaching career.

My Favorites

Food: Soup and Corn on the Cob
Color: Pink
Team: Chicago Cubs !!
Snack: Chex Mix, Chez-Its
Movie: Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Book: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief
TV Shows: Modern Family, New Girl
Drinks: Coffee, Lemonade
Stores: Target & Trader Joe's
Genre of Music: Country

Hobbies

Traveling
Spending Time with Family & Friends
Skiing
Listening to Music
Photography
Going to (Country) Concerts
Watching Sports
Trying New Food/Restaurants

My Teaching Experience

The fourth grade class I student taught, in Tucson, AZ.

During my training at the University of Arizona, I completed practicum placements in first, fourth, and fifth grades, gaining hands-on experience in classroom management, lesson planning, and differentiated instruction. In my final semester, I served as a student teacher in a fourth-grade classroom, where I enjoyed designing engaging lessons, fostering a positive learning environment, and seeing the impact of individualized instruction on student growth.

I am currently in my second year of teaching at Benjamin Franklin Charter School, Power Campus! This year, I am excited to return to the fourth-grade classroom and apply creative teaching strategies to support student learning, encourage curiosity, and promote a love of learning. Being part of such a vibrant and supportive school community is inspiring, and I look forward to another year of growth alongside my students. Go Panthers!

My father and my second oldest brother are also University of Arizona alumni, while my younger sister is currently a junior at the University of Arizona—Bear Down!

Following in my father’s footsteps, my oldest brother is joining the United States Navy to earn a commission as an officer and train to become a naval aviator.

My Family

I come from a close-knit family with two older twin brothers and a younger sister, placing me squarely in the middle. I feel beyond fortunate to be part of a caring, supportive, and humor-filled family. My family has played a significant role in my life, and each member has influenced me throughout my college career through their encouragement, wisdom, and wit. We cherish spending time together, especially sharing laughter and creating memories.

Traveling

One of my favorite hobbies is traveling!

I studied abroad in Rome, Italy during the Summer of 2023. In Rome, I took classes at the American University of Rome. Although my classes were not specific to my training in elementary education, I gained valuable international experience: embracing new cultures, being resourceful, creative, and independent.

Meeting new people, trying different food, experiencing various cultures is one of the highlights of my college career. The opportunity to explore another country opened my eyes to how diverse the world truly is. I thoroughly enjoyed my time abroad and learned a lot about myself and the world.

Graduation from the University of Arizona, with some great friends.

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