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Quick Facts Name: Amanda "Mandy" McEntyre Hometown: Calhoun, Georgia Family: Dad and Mom (Mike and Judy)-both educators; Brother (Ben)-sales specialist with Lowe's Job: First Grade Teacher at Commerce Primary School (2004-present) College: University of Georgia Hobbies: Reading, playing tennis, shopping, spending time with friends, going to concerts Favorites Places to visit: Boston and anywhere with sand, sun and an ocean Books: To Kill a Mockingbird, Something Borrowed, Something Blue Movies: Remember the Titans, The Holiday, The Italian Job Time of year: Fall afternoons in Athens, Georgia surrounded by 92,000 of my closest friends. Quote: “Finish each day and be done with it; you have done what you could. Some blunders and absurdities may have crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day; you shall begin it serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered with your old nonsense." Contact Me |
A Little About Me I was born in 1982 in the town of Calhoun, Georgia. Growing up, I spent a lot of time at school, both as a student and helping my parents who were both teachers. I spent countless hours helping my dad in his middle school classroom and with my mom in her kindergarten classroom and loved every minute of it! As I grew-up, I found myself developing more and more of a love for working with children through my involvement with children of all ages at church, community camps, and baby-sitting. This growing love coupled with my experiences of helping two teachers, made my decision regarding a career path a no-brainer. Upon graduation as a highest honor student from Calhoun High School, I set off to pursue a degree in Early Childhood Education at the University of Georgia. Educational Background During my time at the University of Georgia, I had multiple opportunities to build experience in the field of education through my work as a volunteer at various schools in the area as well as in the Athens community. In 2004, I earned a B.S. in Early Childhood Education. My love for teaching along with my desire to advance my learning as a student brought me pursue a Masters degree in Instructional Technology at the University of Georgia with a specialization in School Library Media. Choosing this program was an easy decision as it allowed me the opportunity to combine my love for children's literature with my love for technology, while also giving me the opportunity to continue to work with children in the school setting. I will complete this program in the spring of 2007 and hope to pursue a job as a media specialist in the future.
Upon earning my B.S. in 2004, I began working as a first grade teacher at Commerce Primary School. I am currently in my third year of teaching. I find my job to be a challenging, but highly rewarding experience. Each day I strive to use a variety of teaching methods and strategies to inspire and further my students' love for learning. Prior to to graduating from the University of Georgia with my B.S., I spent my summers as a nanny and day camp counselor. I have also worked as a childcare giver and Vacation Bible School teacher at my church. These experiences in working with children prepared me well for my current job as a teacher.
One thing I have strived and will continue to strive for in my life is to remain strong in my faith in all that life throws at me such that through my example, others may too become believers in the faith. I also strive to build strong relationships with friends and family to celebrate times of happiness and lean on in times of need. As for my career as an educator, I seek to be the teacher my students remember ten-twenty years down the road who helped them to find success and enjoyment as a life long learner.
My family and I on a trip to Boston.
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