Welcome to 2nd and 3rd Grade English and Social Studies!

Welcome to our class.  I am Ms. Flores.  This is my 13th year teaching and my 8th year teaching at Southwest Preparatory School and my. I recieved my Bachlelor's of Science Degree in Interdisplinary Studies from Texas A&M University in San Antonio.  I am certified to teach Early Childhood through 4th grade, certified in English as a second language and am Gifted and Talented trained.  I also have the distinction of being named as an exemplary teacher by the Texas Education Agency.  I love spending time with my puppy, Jasper, reading, gardening, visiting museums (especially the Alamo), and walking.

 

Why I Teach

I teach because I love working with children.  As a child, I loved school and teachers had a huge impact on my life. I want to have that same positive impact on my students. I am an avid reader and my main goal is to cultivate a love of reading in my students. I firmly believe, "Readers are Leaders!"

My Educational Philosophy

My goal is to foster a love for learning in each one of my students, so that they may become lifelong learners.  Each child possesses the ability to learn, but not at the same time, the same way or at the same pace. As the educator in the classroom, it is my responsibility to find the best way for each child to learn and create a classroom environment that allows each student to excel.

 

In the Classroom

You will find students actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences. Through hands-on activities, collaborative discussions, and interactive lessons, students build strong reading and social studies skills while staying focused and having fun. My instruction is differentiated to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring that every student is challenged, supported, and encouraged to grow. From exploring new stories to discovering people, places, and events from the past, the classroom is filled with curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.