Name:
Sheryl Fontaine
Hometown:
Born in in Hamilton AFB. I consider the Reno/Sparks area my home.
College(S):
UC Davis (B.S. Geology), UNR (M.S. Geological Sciences), Sierra Nevada College (teaching credential)
Years Teaching:
This is my 8th year teaching k-12.
Subject(s) I Teach:
Science - mostly chemistry these days.
Schools I Have Taught:
I've taught middle school life and physical science, and high school chemistry, physical science, environmental science. I also taught some geology classes at both UNR and the University of Utah.
What are the rewards or benefits of being a teacher?
There are so many! A few of my favorites are helping students succeed at a subject that intimidates them; A-ha! moments (my students' and mine); knowing that I make a difference.
What are the goals you wish to accomplish as a teacher?
I have a lot of goals, both for myself and for my students. At the basic level, I want students to come out my class with a basic knowledge and an enthusiasm for science, and to share my love of learning.
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