I am a first grade teacher at the Springfield Literacy Center. This is my tenth year working in the district and my ninth year as a first grade teacher. I am the youngest of 3 children. My mom and dad are both retired and live close by. I have 3 nephews and am one proud auntie! I love spending time with my family and friends. They mean the world to me :)
My fiance Brett and I have two of the cutest puppies in the world, Winston and Leroy. We spend a lot of time outside exploring new parks and trails. We are currently planning our wedding! We are getting married December 4, 2020.
I graduated from Cabrini College with an Undergraduate degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Psychology in 2010. I received my Special Education certification from Cabrini in 2012 and finished my Masters in Education at Cabrini in August of 2013. I most recently completed my second masters at West Chester University! I graduated in the summer of 2016.
Miss Buckley with her big brother and sister Miss Buckley on her first day of Kindergarten
Winston is a rescue from the Providence Animal Shelter in Media. He is a Beagle/Dachshund mix and loves naps and the beach. Leroy is a rescue from the Hinde Animal Safe-Haven. He is a Beagle/Jack Russell mix (we think)! He likes to wrestle with his brother and keeps us busy!!! Thankfully, they love to snuggle!
I am a coach for the Kindergarten and First Grade Dancing Cougars.
Teaching is my passion and calling in life. Not many people get to say that they LOVE coming to work each day. The students, my colleagues, and the staff here make each day fun and exciting!
I am a lifelong learner and I will continue to take classes to learn more effective strategies to use with the students in my classroom!
I make it my goal each day to make learning fun, exciting, and come to life for my students.
I love teaching about Weather in Science The Franklin Institute ROCKS!
Here are some fun facts about me!
Favorite Color: Purple
Favorite Food: How can I choose one! Hmmm…. FRENCH FRIES!
Favorite Fruit: Pineapple
Favorite Game: 500 Rummy & Apples to Apples
Favorite Sport to Play: Volleyball
Favorite Sports Teams: Phillies, Eagles, and Notre Dame Football
Favorite Animals: Dogs and Penguins
Favorite Subject: Math & Music