About Me
About Me
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Hobbies/Interests
Hobbies/Interests
I have a number of hobbies and passions. First and foremost, I am the mother of the four glowing faces below-Logan Patrick-Forrest, Avery Gray, Elliette Mae, and Willa Joy, and grandmother, or Tutu, to Rufty; these humans are my greatest teachers. I am frequently surrounded by folks who lift me up, as my friends are my chosen family and are a constant source of encouragement and inspiration.
I have a number of hobbies and passions. First and foremost, I am the mother of the four glowing faces below-Logan Patrick-Forrest, Avery Gray, Elliette Mae, and Willa Joy, and grandmother, or Tutu, to Rufty; these humans are my greatest teachers. I am frequently surrounded by folks who lift me up, as my friends are my chosen family and are a constant source of encouragement and inspiration.
I am a Certified Babywearing Educator, trained by The Center for Babywearing Studies. Additionally, I am a Licensed Be Body Positive Facilitator, and an avid gardener, reader, and lover of podcasts. I am a member of the Eating Disorder Coalition and am passionate about issues affecting access to education, adult transition, and total wellness. I own my own business where I focus on these passions, and trademarked my business name, JenEd, in 2022.
I am a Certified Babywearing Educator, trained by The Center for Babywearing Studies. Additionally, I am a Licensed Be Body Positive Facilitator, and an avid gardener, reader, and lover of podcasts. I am a member of the Eating Disorder Coalition and am passionate about issues affecting access to education, adult transition, and total wellness. I own my own business where I focus on these passions, and trademarked my business name, JenEd, in 2022.
My goals include motivating positive change and increasing access for all learners across California and beyond. I dream of public speaking on the benefits of wellness-based, restorative, trauma-informed classrooms, and wholehearted parenting.
My goals include motivating positive change and increasing access for all learners across California and beyond. I dream of public speaking on the benefits of wellness-based, restorative, trauma-informed classrooms, and wholehearted parenting.
My husband, Mike, and I live with our perfectly imperfect family in beautiful Rancho Penaquitos, just down the way from CCA.
My husband, Mike, and I live with our perfectly imperfect family in beautiful Rancho Penaquitos, just down the way from CCA.
Logan P-Forrest -25, Avery Gray-13, Elliette Mae-7, and Willa Joy-4
Circa 2019
Education/Experience/Awards
Education/Experience/Awards
I hold a Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude, with a concentration in Language and Literacy from California State University, Long Beach where I also completed all postgraduate multiple subject credential courses. I earned my Education Specialist Intern Credential, my Level I Mild/Moderate teaching credential and a Master of Arts in Special Education from California State University, Dominguez Hills. I earned my Level II, or clear, Education Specialist credential and my Autism Authorization from Brandman University. I am proud to be the first in my family to graduate from college.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude, with a concentration in Language and Literacy from California State University, Long Beach where I also completed all postgraduate multiple subject credential courses. I earned my Education Specialist Intern Credential, my Level I Mild/Moderate teaching credential and a Master of Arts in Special Education from California State University, Dominguez Hills. I earned my Level II, or clear, Education Specialist credential and my Autism Authorization from Brandman University. I am proud to be the first in my family to graduate from college.
I have taught general education elementary school, RSP middle school, and Special Day classrooms ranging from elementary to high school. I taught in my first classroom in 1996. I have experience in both public and private sectors of education as well as experience in the NPS (non-public school) setting.
I have taught general education elementary school, RSP middle school, and Special Day classrooms ranging from elementary to high school. I taught in my first classroom in 1996. I have experience in both public and private sectors of education as well as experience in the NPS (non-public school) setting.
I joined the San Dieguito Union High School District in December 2007 and began teaching at Canyon Crest Academy at the start of the spring semester in January 2008. I was honored to be the recipient of the North County Consortium of Special Education's Secondary Teacher of the Year in both 2013 and 2019, and I am proud to have be a part of the leadership team here at CCA. I am committed to the growth, success, and well-being of each and every raven, and I am passionate about issues pertaining to social justice for all learners.
I joined the San Dieguito Union High School District in December 2007 and began teaching at Canyon Crest Academy at the start of the spring semester in January 2008. I was honored to be the recipient of the North County Consortium of Special Education's Secondary Teacher of the Year in both 2013 and 2019, and I am proud to have be a part of the leadership team here at CCA. I am committed to the growth, success, and well-being of each and every raven, and I am passionate about issues pertaining to social justice for all learners.
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