Changing Your Future
The Personal Website of Cara L. Morris
about me
I come from a very long line of elementary school teachers—my great-grandmother, grandmother, mother, aunt, sister, cousin, ... I have always had a desire to help children discover, learn, and grow.When I was 5, I made an "All About Me" book and wrote that I was going to be a teacher when I grew up. I still have that book as a reminder of my early dream.
Today, I am a 1st grade teacher in the California public school system. My school, at which I have taught for 11 years, has a large percentage of minority and low-income families. This presents challenges; however, I love these kids and I wouldn't trade this school for any other "better" location.
I have 20 students in my class. 75% of my students have attended kindergarten and pre-school at the same school and 75% of those students have siblings who have attended the school for three years or more. These numbers are higher than they have been in the past and that is a great testament to the impact of our school on the community. Many people would look at our kids and see "lost causes." I only see children, children who, despite the challenges in their lives, come to school excited about learning and excited about their future.
Someday in the future, I would like to open my own learning center where I can ensure that all children in my care are learning in the best way possible for them. This is what I work towards. This is my "Why."
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Saturday, January 28, 2006
6 days!! That's less than 1 week to go! Today is moving day. I am moving out to stay at my parents' house for the week and Don is moving in to get his business set up. I will be away from my computer for the week so I won't have time to update again before the wedding. I hope to see you all at the wedding!posted by Cara at 9:36 AM |
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Sunday, January 22, 2006
12 days to go! This past week was the week of showers. Last Sunday, 2 very thoughtful ladies from the choir and orchestra threw a co-ed shower for us. Then on Thursday, some of the teachers at my school hosted a shower in the staff room. And to top it all off, on Saturday, my mom and my sister (my matron of honor) gave a personal shower/tea and we had a blast! So, I guess (as my mom stated earlier), I'm ready to get married! :)posted by Cara at 10:13 PM |
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Tuesday, January 17, 2006
16 days to go! It's funny for me to think back just a few months and remember people saying, "You still have plenty of time." Now, the countdown has begun and the comment is, "Are you ready?" And actually, other than a few last minute details, I think we are ready. I'll try to post one last time before the wedding. . . but if not, I'll see you in February!!!posted by Cara at 7:36 AM |
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Monday, January 02, 2006
Happy New Year! My New Year's Resolution for 2006. . .To get married! (I like to set achievable goals!)31 days!
posted by Cara at 12:17 PM |
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