By Tyanna Xavier – Social Media Editor

When Ms. Rodriguez came into Jonathan Law, she was welcomed with open arms. She was an intern and is now a student teacher for English. Advocate Social Media Editor Tyanna Xavier interviewed Rodriguez about her time at Law.

Tyanna Xavier: Why did you want to be a teacher?

Ms. Rodriguez: I wanted to be a teacher because I love English and I love the students. Interning and student teaching have really shown me how much I love it.

TX: How much do you want to know about your students in order to be most helpful to them?

MR: I think it’s very important to build relationships with students. These relationships should consist of trust, respect, and honesty. I want my students to feel respected in my classroom. It’s not so much about how much I want to know, but what I should know. So if there is anything bothering my students or any issues they have I would like them to feel comfortable enough to talk with me. 

TX: What is your teaching philosophy?

MR: My teaching philosophy thus far has been to create meaningful and respectful relationships with my students first. Without these relationships, I won’t be able to teach them my content area.  

TX: What attracted to the Milford Public Schools and Jonathan Law?

MR: I love Jonathan Law High School. When I first became an intern last January, I was instantly welcomed. So many of the teachers, administration, and faculty, eased my anxieties and made me feel like I was a part of the team. I immediately noticed the community at Jonathan Law and in Milford, and how caring, friendly, and accepting they are. 

TX: How would you get your classroom ready for the first day of school?

MR: The first day of school is nerve-wracking for everyone, teachers and students. I would set up my first day with ice-breaker activities so that I can get to know the students and so that the students can get to know each other. Making a good impression with my students is important on the first day because it shows what kind of teacher they will have for the year.