Biography
Emily Peninger
English
Professional License
University(S) attended and degree obtained *
University at Albany - Bachelor's in English and University at Albany - Masters in Secondary Education
Certifications, awards, and/or other achievements *
Teaching Certification - Secondary Education : English
What's your job/ class do you teach and/or sports you coach*
English 9 / 9 Honors and English 11
Family (kids/ grandkids etc)*
No kids or grandkids
Hometown*
Lakewood, California
Hobbies *
I enjoy playing softball and tennis. I love reading mystery and horror novels. I love going to the movies and traveling anywhere at anytime.
favorite book*
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini
favorite quote *
"You is kind. You is smart. You is important" - Aibileen Clark (The Help)
Favorite sports team*
Yankees (Baseball)
Favorite part of being a Griffins?*
I am able to be creative as a teacher with my curriculum. I also appreciate the focus that the school has on creating lifetime goals. Students can only benefit from lifetime goals.
what is your purpose for working at SLA*
My purpose for working at SLA is to create an environment rich with creativity and imagination as well as respect. I want students to feel safe to learn and invent new ideas that could lay the groundwork for meaningful lifetime goals.
teaching philosophy 2-3 sentences only please*
I aim to bring an open mind, a positive attitude, and high expectations to the classroom each day. I believe that I owe it to my students, as well as the community, to bring consistency, diligence, and warmth to my job in the hope that I can ultimately inspire and encourage such traits in the children as well.