Ms. Cole is a passionate and caring teacher at CB East, teaching classes such as Adult Living and The Young Child. Ms. Cole’s teaching style highlights creativity, knowledge, and inclusivity. During Lunch and Learn, many students like to spend time in Ms. Cole’s classroom to do work or spend time talking with her. She is a safe space for students and has a wonderful way of making everyone feel comfortable and welcomed. Her caring and nurturing nature has made her a standout teacher here at East, appreciated and loved by students and staff alike.
Why did you become a teacher?
“I always saw myself as a teacher; I was inspired by the many teachers who helped me growing up and I saw teaching as a way to give back to the community and help kids.”
What is your favorite thing about your job?
“The relationships I build with my students and other teachers I work with, and being able to help everyone and be there for them.”
What is your favorite class to teach?
“Young Child Development because we get the opportunity to work directly with kids and I enjoy seeing my students come out of their shell around the young children and seeing that youthful and caring side of them come out.”
What is something you would say to your younger self?
“Don’t forget to breathe. I think this is very important and I remind myself still to this day. It’s important to take things step by step, and taking a second to regroup and breathe is so helpful.”
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Students who were lucky enough to have Ms. Cole as a teacher shared their thoughts:
Allison Minacci says, “I think she is a super great teacher and she’s the type of person you can talk to about anything at any moment; she makes her classes enjoyable and manageable for everyone. Overall, she is a very kind, approachable person and I really loved having her as a teacher.”
Halina Laswell says, “I had Ms. Cole as a teacher for several classes– Adult Living, Global Gourmet, and The Young Child. She is a very kindhearted person and cares about all her students and ensures they succeed and become the best versions of themselves. She connects with her students not only on an educational level but also on a personal level. In her class, she doesn’t just become your teacher, she becomes your friend.”
Overall, it’s clear to see why Ms. Cole deserves a teacher spotlight as she is a beloved teacher, friend and mentor at East. Thank you, Ms. Cole, for all you do; you truly make a difference here at our school and have made a positive impact on many lives.
