TEACHER FEATURE

Ms. Soloff

HS Special Education

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What brought you to WYWLA?

I am looking to teach at a smaller school to be able to help more students

What is your impression of WYWLA thus far?  

It is a very positive, supportive environment.  Staff and students want to support one another.

What is one piece of advice you try to inculcate in students? 

Always do your personal best.  If you believe that you tried your hardest, then you should consider yourself successful.  

Where did you grow up?  What were you like as a kid? A young student? Favorite subject growing up?  Hobbies?

Long Island, NY.  I was athletic (really enjoyed playing soccer).  I was eager and wanted to learn and be a successful student.  My favorite subject then and now is math.  

What is one fun fact about you?  

I play on an adult ladies' kickball team.

Where did you graduate from college?  Major?

Hofstra University - Bachelor’s degree - Elementary Education and Sociology, Master’s degree - Special Education 

What music do you listen to on the way to work?  On the ride home?  What type of music do you listen to/prefer?  Favorite artists/ bands?  Favorite songs?

On the way to work, I usually listen to country music.  On the ride home a mix of country and 90’s pop/rock.  My favorite artist is Tyler Hubbard and my favorite band is Old Dominion

Are you a cold weather person or a warm weather one? What is your dream vacation?

Warm weather - I prefer the beach.  Dream Vacation is a tropical island with sun and sand

What is your favorite author?  Book?  Genre?

 My favorite author is Nicholas Spark, who wrote my favorite book A Walk to Remember

Ms. Street

MS Counselor

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What brought you to WYWLA?

After 8 years at my last school, I wanted to try something new out! When I heard that WYWLA was looking for a counselor, I was very eager about getting the opportunity to work at such an amazing school.

What is your impression of WYWLA thus far?  

I have been SO impressed with WYWLA so far! The staff, families, and OF COURSE the students have been such a joy to work with and get to know.

What is one piece of advice you try to inculcate in students? 

I always encourage students to have a self-care plan! Having some strategies to use in moments where you need them can be super helpful.

Where did you grow up?  What were you like as a kid? A young student? Favorite subject growing up?  Hobbies?

I grew up in Virginia and was an outgoing kid. I loved (and still do!) to make people laugh and feel good about themselves. I was always really interested in ELA and Social Studies, but enjoyed all of the subjects growing up. I played sports, did show choir, was on student council in High School, and was always up for an adventure. 

What is one fun fact about you?  

I was born in Ontario, Canada!

Where did you graduate from college?  Major?

I went to East Carolina University and double majored in Anthropology and Psychology. I did my Master’s degree at The Citadel for School Counseling! 

What music do you listen to on the way to work?  On the ride home?  What type of music do you listen to/prefer?  Favorite artists/ bands?  Favorite songs?

I love a lot of different types of music! My favorite band has to be Paramore and my favorite song is Landslide (any of the versions, but the Stevie Nicks version is my favorite!)

Are you a cold weather person or a warm weather one? What is your dream vacation?

I love cold weather and I hope we see some snow this winter! My dream vacation is a train tour through Europe. 

Favorite author?  Book?  Genre?

My favorite author is Brandon Sanderson. I can not choose a favorite book and I love all genres, but if I had to choose one I’d pick sci-fi/ fantasy!