Name: Julie Pettibone
School: Summit Middle School
Subjects: ED teacher (all core subjects)
State: Indiana
What or who inspired you to become a teacher?
I truly wanted to make a change in the world. What better place than to inspire and change our youth?
How are things different for you now, compared to when you first started teaching?
I think the requirement of supplying data to support our interventions is better for students and teachers. However, I think placing emphasis on student data to determine my evaluation creates much more pressure. There are too many variables out of my control.
What advice would you give to a new or struggling teacher?
I would tell a new or struggling teacher to use her or his support system within their school building or area of specialty. Always remain calm, have a plan and be positive!
My best day in the classroom was when…
...there are just too many to say. I have surpassed the average years for a teacher of students with emotional disabilities. I hit my 20th anniversary this May teaching ED students.
The best compliment I ever received was...
...that I "am warm and fuzzy."
What's your favorite part of the school year?
Every day is my favorite part of year!
What is your one must-have item for the classroom?
My laptop
What do you eat for breakfast on school days?
I drink lots of coffee on the way to work. I like to be at my desk by 6 a.m.
What movie or TV show do you secretly love?
"Grey's Anatomy"
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