I believe in creating a supportive and inclusive, culturally relevant learning environment where every student feels valued, respected, and capable of success. By individualizing instruction and implementing innovative teaching strategies, I aim to address each student’s unique needs and strengths, fostering a love for learning and a sense of achievement.

It started with my grandmother, Diane Gilfillan. She was a lifelong educator and made her career helping students with special needs. She cared about her students first and foremost, and she was always ready to laugh with them. I am humbled and excited to start my journey in education in a way she would be…