...In addition, I took the time to study art and music alongside my core classes. I believe approaching a subject from many perspectives can heighten our understanding of the subject and link it to other preexisting knowledge, making it easier to recall and associate. All through college, I enjoyed tutoring my friends and peers to help them succeed on their exams. (read more)
...I applied to college through the QuestBridge College Match Program and was named a Semi-Finalist. I was admitted to 11/13 schools I applied to including the University of Pennsylvania, Brown, Vanderbilt, Rice, and Amherst. Throughout my time at Penn, I have volunteered to mentor younger student... (read more)
...I have worked with students of all ages and backgrounds as a high school teacher, a community college and university instructor, and an adult education teacher. I also substitute at a few high schools in the Montgomery County area. I enjoy giving students techniques to enhance their creative use of language. (read more)
...Prealgebra is another fundamental component of a math education. The tools gained here will transfer into success after school, whether in college or in a career. I will focus in on the problem solving techniques necessary for success, helping to connect the blocks learned in prealgebra to everyday life in order to engage all students. (read more)
...My senior year, I opted out of AP Spanish and instead decided to do an independent study in an ESL class. The class itself and the observation changed the dynamics in my career. For the independent study, I worked with several students from very diverse backgrounds including the Republic of Georgia, Syria, El Salvador, Colombia, South Vietnam and Thailand. (read more)