Who+is+Nicky?

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Hello,

My name is Nicky Hopkins, and I will be your Kindergarten teacher. I am very excited for a year full of learning and exploring together. I was born and raised in Colorado, and I love this beautiful state. I enjoy many outdoor activities, including snowboarding, hiking and spending time with my 3 dogs.

I am very excited to be teaching Kindergarten, as this is where the education journey begins. I believe learning should be fun, and that incorporating this aspect into learning ensures that we are productive as possible. Please take the time to explore our classroom page, and feel free to contact me at anytime with questions.

= = == **__My Educational Philosophy __** I believe in an existential teaching philosophy, and this means that my classroom will be student-centered. I also think that the teacher should be the most important resource in the classroom. Each student's will be approached as an individual; keeping in mind that no two people are the same, and no two people will learn the same. There will be a heavy emphasis on work stations, so that all learning styles will be practiced. Most of all, I believe that hands-on learning is fun, and that is the base of any good lesson... FUN! ==

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