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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