We are so lucky to have Ms. Badley joining our class for the next couple of months as a student teacher in our room. Below is a little bit about her along with a couple pictures of her adorable dogs :)! Welcome to Lochdale, Ms. B!
“Dear Families of Grade 7 Students in Divisions 1 and 2.
My name is Sarah Badley and I will be a student teacher in your child’s
classroom this year. As a student teacher, I am currently completing the
hands-on portion of my certification by teaching lessons, supporting students,
and assisting with classroom activities. I am excited to be working with your
children and am looking forward to getting to know everyone.
A little bit about me, I completed a Bachelor of General Studies in Education with
minors in Curriculum/Instruction and Social Justice. While completing my degree
I worked teaching a variety of community fine arts programs. I also coordinated a
BC Provincial Support Group for people with alopecia through CANAAF. Having
personally been impacted by this auto-immune disorder, I’ve gained a deep
understanding of empathy, resilience, and self-acceptance, which I can use to
help support students in building their self-confidence and overcoming
challenges. When I am not in the classroom you might find me with my two
adorable dogs, playing piano, or baking.
I am passionate about fostering safe spaces and creating an inclusive learning
environment where all students feel valued, respected, and empowered to share their voices and ideas. My goal as a teacher is to help students develop a
life-long curiosity and love for learning. I am driven by the opportunity to make a
positive impact on student’s lives and support them as they grow both inside and
outside of the classroom. I value each student’s diverse experiences and I
believe they play a big part in enriching the classroom, ultimately helping us learnfrom one another.I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the classroom and Lochdale
community. I am excited to learn more about what makes Lochdale such a great
place for learning and hope to make a positive impact on the community during
my time here! I am eager to connect with the students of Divisions 1 and 2 over
the next few months. I am looking forward to learning together.
Kind regards,
Sarah Badley
