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Teacher Spotlight: Ms. Waites

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Helene C.
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Q: What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

A: I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.

 

Q: Why did you choose to be a language arts teacher?

A: English was my favorite subject in school.

 

Q: Why did you want to be the school soccer coach?

A: Coaching is a passion of mine so I always knew I wanted to coach any of the sports I played growing up. Soccer was an easy choice for me because I played it in college.

 

Q: What is your favorite position in soccer?

A: Defense

 

Q: If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?

A: Italy; I would love to learn more about where my family came from.

 

Q: What is your favorite family activity and why?

A: 4th of July barbeque up north. It is the one time a year my entire family can get together. 

 

Q: What would students be surprised to find out about you?

A: I hate frogs.

 

Q: What do you normally do during the school breaks?

A: Rest and binge-watch my favorite shows.

 

Q: If you could share any wisdom with your students, what would you tell them?

A: I would tell them to enjoy being a kid as long as they can. Don’t rush it or wish it away, enjoy every minute of it. Also, do not be afraid to fail. Failure teaches us to be strong and helps us grow; without it, we would never reach our full potential.

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Helene C.
Helene is a 7th grader at Wellington Landings Middle School. She rides horses and she loves Taylor Swift. Her favorite food is pasta, she likes iced tea, and she loves anything sweet. 

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