Mirror: What is your role at DHS?

Walsh: I work as an ESP in the Connections Program.

M: How long have you been an educator?

W: I have been an educator for nine years.

M: Where have you taught before?

W: I worked in a daycare for seven years.

M: Where did you go to college, and what was your major?

W: I went to Massasoit Community College and graduated with my associate's degree in Early Childhood Education.

M: What do you like most about teaching/being in the classroom?

W: The children! I love making relationships with the children and helping them grow.

M: What are your pet peeves in the classroom?

W: Cheating.

M: What inspired you to become an educator?

W: I have always loved children and have always wanted to be a positive role model to them. I love seeing children grow and become the best version of themselves.       

M: What sets you apart from other educators?

W: I'm not sure if anything sets me apart from other educators, but I know I am very dedicated to my work. I value my job and my students. I love what I do, and I will do anything I have to do to make sure my job is done right, and my students feel welcomed, loved, important, smart, and valued.    

M: Will you be getting involved in any extracurricular activities? If so, which one(s)?

W: I am hoping to!

M: What do you like most about Dedham and its community?

W: I love how Dedham and its community value their children/ students. They take education seriously and work hard to make sure all students get the correct help they may need.

M: Where are you from, originally?

W: I am from Boston.

M: What are your hobbies?

W: I love to sing, go bowling, spend time with my two sons, and spend time with all of my nieces and nephews.

M: What is your favorite movie?

W: Grease.

M: Favorite TV/streaming show?

W: Law & Order: SVU

M: Favorite book?

W: Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein

M: Favorite genre of music and favorite artist?

W: My favorite genre of music is Country, and my favorite artist is Jelly Roll.

M: Favorite phone app? 

W: Monopoly Go.

M: Favorite food/favorite restaurant? 

W: Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo with Breadsticks from Olive Garden.

M: If you could only watch one, which would you choose: Bruins, Celtics, Patriots, Red Sox, Revolution?

W: Patriots.

M: In one sentence, how do you feel about A.I.?

W: A.I. is great for some things, but I honestly feel it is taking over everything and will end up taking a lot of people's jobs.