Educational Philosophy Statement

of

Deborah L. Knuth

BA degree in English/ Creative Writing

The dream begins with a teacher who believes in you, who tugs and pushes and leads you

to the next plateau, sometimes poking you with a sharp stick called "truth."

Students are destined for greatness. It is especially true in the realm of education. At a

very young age, students have the ability to dream… a chance to believe in themselves and their

destiny. Dreams are the gateway to success. They allow students to expand their imagination and

reach out for the impossible.

Every student should have an opportunity to discover their dreams, cultivate them, and

then grow into productive, independent adults. Without dreams students are doomed to fail not

only in the classroom but in society. They become unfocused, unchallenged, and will never truly

be happy in life. In every aspect of a student’s development- mentally, intellectually, and

emotionally, the teacher is the driving force behind whether the students succeed or fail.

As a published author and a versatile teacher, I have unlocked thousands of doors for

students. It is exciting to see a child transform from a state of confusion of not knowing what

drives them or who they are to a state of acceptance and stability. I never get tired of seeing the

light in their eyes as they understand who they are. Once that light is turned on, the learning

process becomes easier. Students are more willing to venture out, ask questions, and explore all

possibilities when they have the right foundation- their dreams.

February 9, 2011 To Whom It May Concern: This letter is in reference to one, Deborah Knuth. She worked with me at Trinity Christian School as a fellow colleague (teacher). She was always willing to go above and beyond for her students. She had great rapport with students, teachers, staff, and parents. Her planning and implementation of those plans were very efficient and appropriate for the tasks at hand. I also worked with Deborah at Tulsa Public Schools. She was a substitute for the elementary school where I teach. She was beloved by our staff and in demand. She was very effective in implementing the plans given and being able to think quickly on her feet when plans weren’t available. The students respected her as an authority figure in the school. In closing, I would highly recommend Deborah as an asset to any educational institute. Whatever she does is done well. Sincerely, Jennifer Chamberlin Remington Elementary 2nd grade Teacher Home phone: 918-850-1499

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