This week's Staff Spotlight goes to 2nd grade teacher, Mrs. Morgan Durrett!
1. What inspired you to pursue a career in education?
I became a teacher because I love helping children grow and discover their potential. I love the fact that I can make a difference in a child’s life and inspire them to believe in themselves. Seeing their excitement when they learn something new is incredibly rewarding, and I strive to make a positive impact every day.
2. What’s your favorite part of working with students?
My favorite part of working with students is seeing their excitement when they learn something new. I love watching their confidence grow as they overcome challenges and discover their strengths. I also love building relationships with them!
3. If you weren’t in education, what do you think you’d be doing?
If I wasn’t in education, I think I would be doing something that involves decorating, such as interior design. I LOVE to decorate!
4. Do you have any professional goals you’re working on this year?
I have 1 more LETRS unit to complete online to receive my LETRS training certification. I am also currently taking classes to get my Masters degree and plan to be finished by the end of this year!
5. What’s one thing you love most about our school community?
One reason I love our school community is because of the amount of support each of us give and receive. We all show up for one another whether it’s for our students, families, or each other. Our teachers and staff go above and beyond to ensure that all students are successful!
6. Is there a particular moment in the school year you look forward to each year?
I look forward to our class parties each year! I love decorating for our parties and providing gifts for the students to celebrate all that they have accomplished.
7. Do you have any hobbies or hidden talents?
My favorite hobby is to shop and explore cute boutique-style stores and home décor shops.
8. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
I would love to travel to Italy and Greece. I also love ocean views, so anywhere with gorgeous ocean views where I can sit and have my toes in the sand- count me in!
9. What’s a food you can never say no to?
Food that I could never say no to would have to be boneless wings and French fries. Oh- and anything chocolate.