Hello Everyone! My name is Trisha Cupples and I am in my Junior year of the Bachelor’s Degree Program for Educational Studies. I spent the last 15 years working as a paralegal. I was a preschool teacher and nanny when I was younger, and I attended college to become a teacher, but I never completed my degree. My children inspired me to make the change and pursue my dream of being a teacher. I believe I would like to teach Fourth – Sixth grade, but I have a strong interest in art, so I have struggled with the decision because part of me would like to be a high school art teacher.
Developing skills on how to teach Science to the next generation is extremely important to me! My interest in learning scientific facts and processes started at a young age when I dreamed of becoming an astronaut. Throughout my youth I became captivated with marine biology, astronomy, chemistry, physics, and environmental science. I believe the correct applications of science can solve the majority of lives obstacles. Students should be inspired to pursue their interest in science and have many outlets to explore scientific procedures while attending school. Our universe is infinitely incredible and mysterious, and the study of sciences can provide one with new perspectives on just how amazing everything actually is.
I am married and have two children. Adrian is 4 and Aurelia is 1. We love to travel the world, sing, do art projects, look at art murals and take photos in front of them, search for the best cookies, and go to museums.
I have been painting and doing photography for 20 years. I prefer to oil paint, but it is hard to find the time these days. I have a side-business doing family and wedding photography. I love to share my passion for art with my children, and I hope to incorporate my talents into my teaching.
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