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1. About me
2. What are my passions
3. Why do I want to be an educator
4. What does an educator do

Greetings classmates!

My name is Kristina Williams, but you may also hear me called as Tina. I was born and raised in Mobile, AL and lived here until 2004. My mom got married, and we packed up to move to Lucedale, MS. I graduated from George County High School in 2012. Go Rebels! I was a member of the cheerleading squad and also a staff member of my school's newspaper, The Student Press. I started attending the University of South Alabama in the fall of 2012. I decided to attend South because it was so close to home, and I loved the comfortable feeling I got while I was on campus. I just recently moved back to Mobile about a month ago, and I am loving every minute of it! I have a passion for the arts. Especially dance and theatre. I have found out through many years of plays and dances, that I also have a passion for performing.

I have wanted to become an educator since the summer of 2012. I have always loved to teach and watch others learn. I was inspired by my 4th grade teacher to become a teacher. Through twelve years of school, she has been one of the only teachers to leave a lasting impression on me. She has the best personality and always knew how to make the class stay entertained while learning. It is because of her I have the desire to leave an imprint on children the way she did with me. I believe an educator gives their heart to teaching. They give their all into making sure the students learn to the best of their capabilities. They make lasting impression on students and teach them all can to make sure each has their own success.

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