Welcome Back Team Respect 8th Graders! 

Students will dive into the Common Core State Standards, as we discover the power of words through reading, writing, and speaking. It's going to be a great year in Mrs. Chen's English classes!

About Me

My vision for my classroom is to nurture joyful learning, every day.  I believe in building a classroom that is relational, academic, and fun. With social justice and equity in mind, I started my career path as an English teacher in the public schools, which led me to pursue other professions,  like directing local community programs and mentoring new teachers.  A Bay Area native, I graduated from U.C. Berkeley, majoring in my all-time favorite subject, English, and brought my Cal Bears spirit right into my studies at Stanford, attaining a Masters in Education and Teaching Credential in English. As an educator, I strive to create a fun, safe, engaging environment to meet the learning needs of all students and to give my students equitable access to education.  When I’m not at school, I love being with my family, playing with our dog, catching up with friends, and eating good food!