Digital Wish - Profile: Sharon Riddle


Mrs. Sharon Riddle

http://sites.google.com/a/nbchristianacademy..org/mrs-riddle
New Braunfels Christ Academy
Hometown:
Wayne, MI
*Class Information:*
Room Number: NA
Students per Class: 200
Class Description:
I teach all elementary students computer skills and help teachers integrate technology in the classroom.
Position:
Computer Teacher and Tech Specialist
Needs:
podcasting equipment, scanner, digital cameras, etc.
My Philosophy:
The right amount of challenge, play, accountability, rest and joy makes learning happen--you can't stop it.
*Personal Information:*
About Me:
I have been teaching since 1978. My first experience was teaching Jr. High and I barely survived. But later, after trying preschool, I found my niche.
College and Degrees:
BA in music. Partial Masters completed.
Activities:
Quilting, music, having fun while learning
Favorite Books:
Bible
Favorite Quotes:
"He who works with his hands is a laborer. He who works with his hands and his head is a craftsman. He who works with his hands and his head and his heart is an artist." --Francis of Assisi I am only a pencil in God's hand, God writes through us, and however imperfect instruments wemay be, God writes beautifully." -MotherTeresa "I've learned...that everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it." --Andy Rooney
Interests:
I love to learn.
Employment History:
I have taught at five schools.
Why Do I Teach?:
I love to see the light bulbs go on.
Percent of Students are:
At-risk: 5 %
Average: 51 %
High-achiever: 32 %
Special Needs: 12 %
Percent of Students are:
White/Caucasian : 95 %
Hispanic: 5 %
Average number of students in class:: 20 students
Number of students I teach:: 250 students