POBMS Spotlight

Mrs. Geller

By, Eileen Yoon

• Why did you start teaching? 

• Because I wanted a difference in children’s lives. I connected with teachers when I was in school and it made a huge difference. I wanted to do the same with my students. I felt it was my calling to give back and help kids grow academically, emotionally, and socially. 

• When did you start teaching?

•  My first year teaching was 1998. I was 20 years old. I turned 21 Sept 22 of my first year teaching.

• What's your favorite thing about teaching? Seeing the “lightbulb” go off in kids minds when they understand something that they previously didn’t. There is no greater feeling than seeing that connection.

• How long have you been teaching?

• 26 years. 

• How long have you been teaching in Plainview?

•  20 years. 

• Have you taught any other grades?

• Yes, 5th,7th, 8th, and 9th. 

• What are your hobbies?

• I love to play tennis, cook, take long walks with my family, and I'm a chronic organizer.

• What's your favorite candy?

• Take 5. (made by Reeces.)

• What is your favorite sport? 

• Tennis? I played in HS on Varsity for 4 years and for my college as well! 

• What's your favorite thing about working here at POBMS? 

• First, I love that I work and live here; therefore, I get to see my students around town and get the best smiles and hugs! I also love our principal and assistant principals. They are so supportive and encouraging.  The staff here is amazing and the students are awesome!

Lucia Jin

By,  Gia Patel

• When is your birthday?

“My birthday is April 5th 2012.”

• What's your favorite color?

“My favorite color is red.”

• What are your hobbies?

“My favorite hobbies are dancing and drawing.”

• What do you do in your free time?

“In my free time I like to read, doodle, and write.”

• What are you thankful for?

“I am thankful for my family, especially my dog, and all my caring and funny friends.”

• What does it feel like to be in the student council?

"Student council is a very engaging club, and I feel like everybody is included, no matter what grade or position"

• What does it feel like to run for secretary?

“Although running for a position in the student council is very fun, it can also be quite stressful. But I am proud of myself and others who had the courage to run for a position in the student council.”