My philosophy of teaching is to nurture and encourage the lifelong learning of my students. I

hope to prompt students to think creatively and explore their natural curiosity. I aim to bring

an open mind, a positive attitude, and high expectations to the classroom each day. I believe

that I owe it to my students, as well as the community, to bring consistency, diligence, and

warmth to my job in the hope that I can ultimately inspire and encourage such traits in the

children as well. I believe that a good teacher must teach with tremendous compassion,

energy and humor. We are human, and the greatest gift that we can give to our students is

to demonstrate our most human of qualities. We can touch souls if we can show to our

students that we truly care, that we are willing to give ourselves to them and that we can

laugh even when we are faced with the greatest adversity. It is only by addressing the

diverse needs of our students, developing a community of learners, maintaining a

well-managed classroom, demonstrating a keen awareness and consistent, proactive

management style executed with compassion, and teaching with one’s most human of

qualities that any teacher can truly hope to generate a productive, stimulating and rich

environment that provides ample opportunity for all students to grow and learn. All of these

components serve as reminders that there are underlying requirements in classroom

instruction teachers are ultimately working to equip students with the tools and knowledge

necessary to become successful workers, involved community members, responsible

citizens, and tolerant and compassionate individuals. When I achieve this, I truly believe that

my responsibility as an educator has been fulfilled.

Hello and Welcome!!!

I am always happy to help with any questions or concerns.  

The best way to reach me is through email   sheri_pena@roundrockisd.org

My Classroom Number:  512-428-7439 (Room 215)

Office Number:  512-428-7400  (please contact the office if you have a same day transportation change for your child)

Thank you,

I look forward to having great conversations about your child's learning this year!!!

About the Teacher

Hello! My name is Sheri Pena and I am a second grade teacher at Double File Trail Elementary.

This is my 2nd year at DFT, my 14th year teaching in RRISD and my 18th teaching!

It is such a pleasure for me to be teaching at Double File Trail Elementary. I attended DFT

during my elementary years and feel so blessed to now be teaching here. I love getting to

know the children and building positive relationships with each one of them.

In my spare time I love to be with my family and friends. I love watching live sporting events,

listening to live music, playing golf, and spending time at the beach as much as possible.

I attended Texas State where I received my Bachelors degree in Education with a focus on

Early Childhood Education: teaching children K-6th grade.

I love getting to know the children and building positive relationships with each one of them. I

am so excited for another wonderful year teaching 2nd grade at DFT and am honored to be

your child's teacher!