Try Teaching: Participants
Try Teaching Home An opportunity to explore the career of teaching.
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2006 Participants
Marsha Black, a data manager and Try Teaching participant, partnered with Susan Brock at Bell Central Elementary in Bell County "Try Teaching is a wonderful program! It gives participants have actual classroom experience to determine if teaching is a fit. It is a FANTASTIC way for people to see if teaching is right for them!" - Marsha Black
Catherine Blair, an environmental scientist and Try Teaching participant, partnered with Frances Carter at Southwestern High School in Pulaski County "I knew teaching was right for me as soon as I stood up in front of the class! I can't wait to get started on my certification!" - Catherine Blair
LeeWood Goodlett, an administrative specialist and Try Teaching participant, partnered with Stacey Logue and Alicia Nichols at King Middle School in Mercer County. "It is a great experience - one can see if teaching is really something to pursue." - LeeWood Goodlett
Angel King, a mental health specialist and Try Teaching participant, partnered with Liese Rhodus & Kara Tatum at Model Laboratory School, EKU "Anyone who is thinking about teaching should be in this program." - Angel King
Jaana Kwiecinski, a community volunteer and former social worker and Try Teaching participant, partnered with Mike Reister and Chrissy Justice in Madison County schools. "You get a glimpse of school life- what is is for teachers and students. It's an eye opener if you are interested in teaching as a profession." - Jaana Kwiecinski
Tina McLane, a retail manager and Try Teaching participant, partnered with Scottie Eakin at Henry Clay High School in Fayette County. "I called the two week period my 'vocation vacation' during which I was finally able to decide on this change in my career."
Ed Simpson, a medical technologist and Try Teaching participant, partnered with Pennny Caudill and Beverly White at North Laurel High School in Laurel County "This short time in the classroom provides a perspective that allows one to decide whether teaching is a good career move, or not." - Ed Simpson
Rebecca Parrish, a stay-at-home mom and a former financial services consultant and Try Teaching participant, partnered with Model High School, EKU "I gained 'real life' experience in the classroom that helped me make a decision about a teaching career." - Rebecca Parrish
Edward Powe, retired grant administrator and Try Teaching participant, partnered with Vicki Tidwell at Second Street School in the Frankfort Independent School System. "I have enjoyed teaching in my career and hope to make a difference as a role model." - Edward Powe
Jamie Tucker, a Try Teaching participant, partnered with Margaret King at Madison Southern High School in Madison County "It is exciting to see students motivated to learn by their teachers." - Jamie Tucker

 

 

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