I interviewed an Academic Literacy teacher here at PFMS. I asked her some things about her and her teaching, we had some help from the students too.
Park Forest Times (PF): How long have you been teaching at PFMS
Mrs. Kissell: “What year is it? 5 or 6 years. Wait hold on let me think…… 5 years.”
2. (PF): What made you want to be a teacher?
Mrs. Kissell: “Kids.”
3. (PF): What do you like most about teaching?
Mrs. Kissell: “Kids…. And what I get to teach.”
4. (PF): How would you describe a good student?
Mrs. Kissell: “A student who is organised, focused, committed, gets work done, good attitude, flexible and has a good sense of humor.”
5. (PF): Where are you from?
Mrs. Kissell: Ashland, PA
6. (PF): What is your favorite food?
Mrs. Kissell: “Pasta and anything garlic…… and candy.”
7. (PF): What places do you like to vacation to?
Mrs. Kissell: “New York City, any city, the beach and my parents couch.”
8. (PF): What kind of music do you like to listen to?
Mrs. Kissell: “Adele, Coldplay, classic songs. Pretty much anything.
9. (PF): What is your favorite sport?
Mrs. Kissell: “Shopping.”
10. (PF): How would describe yourself in 3 words?
Mrs. Kissell: “Conrad, how would you describe me in 3 words?”
Conrad Moore: “Um…. crazy….. energetic….. and thoughtful.”
11. (PF): What are some other things about you?
Mrs. Kissell: “I play piano. What are some interesting things about me?” she asks the quiet study group.
Kyle Martin: “You are definitely spunky, um creative, smart and have a good work ethic.”