Meet the Teachers
Meet the Teachers:
Ms. Puckett
With Apologies To None!
When I am introduced as a teacher, I am usually asked what I teach. When I say "Kindergarten" I generally hear a very flat "Oh". I have never been certain whether it is an expression of pity, sympathy, disgust, or perhaps disinterest. Always, I wish I had the time to explain it to them like this:
Yes, I teach Kindergarten.
Where else would a handsome and very young man put his arms around me and ask, "Do you know I love you?"
Where else could I see a fashion show daily and keep up with the latest trends for the young?
Where else could my limited wardrobe be complimented or my earrings thought beautiful?
Where else could I walk up and down aisles and have warm little hands reach out to touch me?
Where else could I have the privilege of wiggling loose teeth and receive the promise that I may pull them when they are loose enough?
Where else could I eat a soiled piece of candy from a grimy little hand and not become sick? They watch to make sure I eat it!
Where else would the future look as bright as it does amid an energetic group to whom nothing is impossible?
Where else would I guide a chubby little hand that may someday write a book or an important document?
Where else would I forget my own aches and pains because of so many cut fingers, scratched knees, bumped heads, and broken hearts that need care?
Where else could I forget taxes and even "The State of the Nation" because Bill isn't adjusting as he should and other methods must be tried?
Where else could my mind stay so young as with a group whose attention span is so short that I must always keep a "Bag of Tricks" up my sleeve?
Where else could I feel as close to my maker as I do each year when because of something I have done, little children learn and grow?
Yes, I teach Kindergarten Mr. and Mrs. America ~ and ~ I LOVE IT!
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Welcome to a quick "peek" at Mrs. Puckett. This is my thirty-NINTH year of teaching at Mauldin Elementary! It is hard to believe how fast the time goes by!! I am a 1984 graduate of Columbia College with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education. I received my Masters degree from Furman University in 1995 in the area of Reading Education. I attend many inservices and continuing ed courses to keep abreast of new changes and trends in education.
I am the mother of three wonderful children. I have 2 boys, Jay and Will and one daughter, Lexie (mini me). I'm definitely a PROUD PIGLET MAMA!!!! They keep us hopping!
I grew up in Canada and moved to the United States in 1974. I attended Hillcrest Middle School and am a 1981 graduate of Mauldin High. I became a citizen of the United States in 1995. At my house, we cheer LOUD and PROUD for the GAMECOCKS!!!! I'm also, and MOST IMPORTANTLY, a Breast Cancer Survivor for 2,832 days and counting . . . :)
I am truly enjoying Kindergarten! It sure does keep you young and tired!! :)
I am really excited to have the opportunity to work with your precious children! Thanks for taking the time to visit my site! Check out the other pages for some useful information!
Please stop in for a visit or join us for lunch one day . . . we'd love to see you!