By Penelope K.
Penelope: How long have you been teaching at Hampton? Mrs. Murphy: I think this is my sixth year teaching. Penelope: Have you taught at any other schools? Mrs. Murphy: Yes, I have been to many different schools in Baltimore County. Penelope: What do you like and dislike about virtual learning? Mrs. Murphy: I like seeing and talking to my students and I like being able to wear my slippers during school. I also like that my dog can be with me. I miss being in small groups with students. Penelope: What do you like doing during your free time? Mrs. Murphy: I like to practice yoga, read books and spend time walking my dog. Penelope: What is your favorite book? Mrs. Murphy: I like the Mrs. Peregrine series. Penelope: Did you alway want to be a teacher? Mrs. Murphy: I did. I would pretend that I was a teacher and I would watch my sister practice her handwriting. Penelope: What grades have you taught? Mrs. Murphy: I have taught all grades in Hampton so Kindergarten through fifth grade. Penelope: Which grade did you like the most? Mrs. Murphy: Third grade because they are not babyish but not too teenagerish. Penelope: What advice would you give to someone who wants to be a teacher? Mrs. Murphy: Be creative, patient and willing to share ideas and time. Penelope: Why do you like being a teacher? Mrs. Murphy: I love seeing when a student gets it, like a light bulb turns on. Penelope: What are your favorite games to play? Mrs. Murphy: Uno and Sorry Penelope: What is your favorite movie? Mrs. Murphy: My favorite movie is called Love Actually. Penelope: I heard you travel a lot. Where is the furthest place you have gone? Mrs. Murphy: I lived in China for three years and in a beach house in Australia. Penelope: What was your favorite part about being there? Mrs. Murphy: My favorite part was being able to see different places other than Maryland. Penelope: What is your favorite subject to teach? Mrs. Murphy: Math, because it’s really hands on and kids learn new things during math.
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By Amany A. & K.B.S.I
Mrs. Dyer is the school Council at Hampton elementary school. This interview has been edited and condensed. Reporter 2: What are the secrets in the teacher lounge? M.Dyer: There fridges, microwaves, coffee Machine. Reporter 2: Do you speak any other languages? Mrs. Dyer: Only French. I had a trip to France! Reporter 2: Daebak(That's awesome in Korean) Reporter1: Do your kids watch anime? Mrs. Dyer: no Reporter 2: Are you a day or night person. Mrs.Dyer: Day. Reporter 1: Do you have any fears? Mrs.Dyer: You might think I'm weird but I'm scared or balloons. Reporter 2: What advice would you give someone who wants to be a counselor? Mrs. Dyer: If you want to do it. DO IT! Don't be afraid. Reporter 1:If you weren’t a counselor, what would you be? Mrs. Dyer: I would want to be a computer person. Reporter 2: Do you have any questions? Mrs.Dyer: Reporter 2 I noticed you have drawings on your wall. Do you have more? Reporter 2: Yep Mrs.Dyer: I am jealous because I can’t draw. By Silas P.
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