Algood Elementary Staff And Jeremy Wendt Discuss The Importance Of Teaching

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Jeremy Wendt sat down with Algood faculty and staff Beth Gaw (assistant principal), Kesha Johnson (kindergarten), and Jill Williams (3rd grade) to discuss the importance of teaching and how to bring more people into the profession. They reflected on the influence of their own favorite teachers and how those experiences shape their current methods in the classroom. Jill emphasized the value of soft skills, self-discovery, and active learning, saying, “If you're not struggling, you're not learning.” Beth shared insights into her daily responsibilities as an assistant principal, while Kesha and Jill highlighted Algood's new Family Engagement Program, stressing the importance of parental involvement in student success.

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