Perspicacity

Philosophy and Mission

In this age of easy information, we need a transformation of education philosophy from data “Givers” to data “Directors”.  Students need direction on how to apply the critical thinking while maintaining their unique individual perspectives. The perspective of the gifted learner is one that is often undeveloped in Education. A gifted learner must develop skills of self-advocacy and maintain a growth mindset in order to excel. My mission is to assimilate the information that is available regarding giftedness and learning in a way that will equip gifted learners and their families in both of these skills.  This information will shift and change with our culture, and I intend to continue learning about the mind, cognition, and what motivates—utilizing every platform available to promote an awareness, tolerance, and empowerment of the gifted learner.

 

Education and Certifications

John Hopkins   Data Science Coursera Signature Track  Currently Enrolled

A+ Texas Teachers   Completed   May 2010 

Texas A&M   B.S. Genetics   August 1992 -- August 1996

30hour GT Certification  Current

Certified 8-12 Math

Certified Gifted and Talented

 

Educator Experience

Montgomery ISD August 2012--Present 

Facilitator GT Independent Study Class

High School GT Liaison

• Developed Curriculum for an Independent Study Class for Gifted and Talented focussed on training students to make cross curricular connections and produce a professional product

• Served on board to restructure GT program at the 9-12th grade level

• Implemented pilot Independent Study Class for Gifted Students

• Initiating (in progress) Parent Advocacy Group for GT students of Montgomery

Teacher Algebra 1, Geometry

• Initiate cross curricular critical thinking in Geometry Curriculum

• Differentiated Algebra 1 and Geometry instruction to provide opportunity for students to pursue deeper understanding and make broader connections in math

Magnolia ISD August 2009—August 2012

Teacher Algebra 1, Algebra 2

• Served on the panel to rewrite Algebra 2 curriculum

• Developed, coordinated, and differentiated weekly TEKS based lesson plans, instructional material, and assessments for Algebra 1 team

• Co-Sponsored the Peer Mediation team

• Reinstated Magnolia chapter of Mu Alpha Theta

• Coached Math Bowl team

 

Montgomery ISD    October 2008 – May 2009

            Substitute Teaching

 

Abundant Life Academy August 1999 – May 2000

Secondary Teacher English, Health

 

 

Other Experience

 

Stewart Creek Elementary PTO  

Volunteer Coordinator, Treasurer

Montgomery Junior High,

Montgomery High School PTO

Member

 

Lone Star Cowboy Church 2008 – Present

Service Coordinator

MediaSmart 2003 –2008

Business Manager