Digital Wish - Profile: Keren Johnson-McGregor


Mrs. Keren Johnson-McGregor

PS 140 Edward K Ellington
*Class Information:*
Room Number: 4-301
Students per Class: 30
Class Description:
General Ed. Population
Position:
Teacher
Needs:
10-15 lab tops, 1 document camera, 1 scanner, 35 flash drive-2GB, 1 photo multi-function laser center all-in-one with networking capability for multiple users, 1 white board-with speakers and software, 30 headphones, 3 microphones, 1 color or black and white poster maker, 1 laminator, mobile digital camera lab. 5 flip video camcorder.
My Philosophy:
To help students step beyond their perceived ability, to the pinnacle of remarkable scholars. ©
*Personal Information:*
About Me:
Teacher/Geek
College and Degrees:
BS-in Education - Five Towns College MS-Special Education with a concentration in Autism-Long Island University MS-Administration (on going)
Activities:
Reading, cooking, researching, designing bulletin boards, mentor new teachers, implementing computers in everyday lessons/projects.
Favorite Books:
The Revenge of the Shadow Kings by Derek Benz & J.S. Lewis Teaching through the Storm by Karen Hale Hankins
Favorite Quotes:
A mind is a terrible thing to waste (anonymous) Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. ( Nelson Mandela) Education is the ability to listen to almost anything without losing your temper. (Robert Frost )
Interests:
travelling, photography, cultivating and inspiring young minds, creating educational games, writing short stories.
Employment History:
Uniondale Schools Free District- 5 years -Teaching Assistant/Substitute PeninsulaPreparatory Academy Charter School-3 years -Teaching 3rd grade P.S. 140Q Edward K Ellington- Sept 08- present.
Why Do I Teach?:
To breath!