
Meet the Staff - Second Grade
Courtney Schopfer Email:
cschopfer@pvschools.net
Voice mail extension: 36529
Grades taught previously, if any: 5 th grade
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree/University_B.S. in Elementary Education/Northern AZ University. Master’s Degree/University Masters in Curriculum and Instruction/AZ State University. Certifications/other relevant experience Endorsement in middle school education with and emphasis in Social Studies and Math.
Personal Information:
Where did you grow up? Scottsdale, AZ
What led you to become a teacher? wonderful teachers that inspired me.
How would you describe your teaching style and philosophy, your beliefs about how students learn best, your goals in the classroom? I strive for my students to have fun while they are learning. I believe that learning happens more easily if the students are enjoying themselves.
Rebecca Squier Email: rsquier@pvschools.net Voice mail extension: 36539 2nd Grade Website
Education:
Bachelors Degree in Child and Adolescent Studies
Masters Degree in Multicultural Education
Elementary Education Certification
Personal Information:
Where did you grow up?
I moved several times as a child, which gave me the opportunity to live in many places. Some of the places I got to live are, Edmonton and Calgary in Alberta, Canada as well as Mission Viejo, California and Scottsdale.
What led you to being a teacher?
I can remember wanting to be a teacher as young as first grade. My first grade teacher was very special to me, and I wanted to be just like her when I grew up.
Michelle Buck mbuck@pvschools.net
Voice mail extension: 36540
Name: Michelle Buck
Current Grade Level: 2nd
Grades Taught in the past, if any: 2 nd and 3rd
Education
Bachelors Degree/University: Northern Arizona University – Elementary Education
Masters Degree/University: ASU Language: Literacy
Certifications: Elementary (K – 8)
Personal Information
Where did you grow up? Ft. Collins, CO
Hobbies, Interests: Tennis, hiking
What led you to being a teacher? Following my Mom’s footsteps, she was a teacher.
Who are your favorite children’s book authors? Janell Cannon, Tomie De Paola
Marital Status: Married
Add anything else you would like about yourself, your family, your teaching philosophy, etc. I think teaching is just such a special, rewarding, and important job. I am happy that I can make a difference in the lives of children each day.
Karen Mensing K - 2 Self Contained Gifted kmensing@pvschools.net Voice mail extension: 36533







