Interview

When is your birthday?

· "My birthday is on August 13th. (Leo’s represent!)"

When did you start working at Pershing?

· "I started working here September 2016."

What was your most memorable experience as a teacher?

· "OH MY GOSH!....the fight my first year for sure….*cries *….#ptsd!"

Have you taught any other subjects besides math?

· "No, I’ve only taught math since I started working here."

How is your teaching experience this year?

· "It’s cool…going well so far…I can’t complain."

Which three words would you use to describe Pershing?

· "Community, inclusive, engaging."

What is one message you would like to tell the graduating class of 2023?

· "Congratulations on this milestone!!!...May you always dare to do great things with your life. Go into the world and do well, but more importantly, go into the world and do good.”

What inspires you as a math teacher?

· "Getting students with no interest in math, or students who disliked the very idea of math, to eventually enjoy it and tolerate doing it."

What is your favorite moment of the year this far?

· "I don’t think I have a specific favorite moment for the year so far. My favorite moments usually come once state testing is done and when we have all the senior activities happening. But so far, I did enjoy pajama day!"