"EDUCATION IS NOT THE FILLING OF A PAIL, BUT THE LIGHTING OF A FIRE." - WILLIAM BUTLER
Hello, and welcome! My name is Maria V. Romero-Tapia and I will be your child's teacher for this school year. As a student and a teacher in the 21st century, I hold high standards for my own students to become positive, active members of their life style and of an ever-changing global community. For me, being your child's educator is not just about making a difference; it's about helping them find out how to make a positive difference for themselves and others. As suggested by Tom Peters, "Leaders should not build followers; they should help create more leaders."
I obtained my bachelor's degree in Biology and Elementary Education from Saint Peter's University, and I am currently pursuing my master's degree in education also at the same institution. I have always known that I wanted to work with children and every day is a new day filled with excitement, surprises, smiles and happiness as I work with your children in the classroom.
In addition to teaching, I am a youth group minister, and a Sunday school teacher for my local parish. I have also participated on mission trips abroad. During my free time, I enjoy singing, dancing, cooking and baking.
I obtained my bachelor's degree in Biology and Elementary Education from Saint Peter's University, and I am currently pursuing my master's degree in education also at the same institution. I have always known that I wanted to work with children and every day is a new day filled with excitement, surprises, smiles and happiness as I work with your children in the classroom.
In addition to teaching, I am a youth group minister, and a Sunday school teacher for my local parish. I have also participated on mission trips abroad. During my free time, I enjoy singing, dancing, cooking and baking.