Mrs. Trudi Day
The reason I became a teacher was because of the influences teachers had on my life growing up. My third grade teacher was the best teacher I had. She made learning fun and we all knew she cared for us. I wanted to be a teacher just like her and make a huge difference in my students' lives.
- English as a Second Language
- Educational Technology
- 3rd Grade
- 5th Grade
- 6th Grade
Mr. John Glime
I became a teacher because I wanted to make a difference in the lives of children. Knowledge can be fun, exciting, and powerful. Education can lead to options and personal freedom. I find fulfillment in being a part of the process.
- English as a Second Language
- Gifted and Talented
- STEM
- MED
- 5th Grade
- 6th Grade
Janica Gonzales
5 Years as an Educator
At Driggs since 2009
Education:
B.A. Elementary Education
B.A. Health & Human Performance Teaching Option
M.A. Education
Math Endorsement
Currently seeking Gifted Endorsement
Janica has taught 5th grade for one year and 6th grade for four years at Howard R. Driggs. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Montana State University-Billings where she also played four years of NCAA Division II soccer. Janica earned a second Bachelor’s Degree from the university in the same four years in Health and Human Performance-Teaching Option, and is certified to teach Health and Physical Education 1st-12th grades. In 2010, Janica earned a Master’s Degree in Education from Southern Utah University along with a Math Endorsement. Janica is currently working on her Gifted Endorsement through Utah State University.
Janica believes that education is not only a responsibility, but also a privilege. In some countries, an education for every child is not a guarantee, and is not taken for granted. As Americans, and the Driggs community, it is so vital that we aspire to be life-long learners and that we make the most of our opportunity to learn in whatever capacity. Education is a gateway to happiness!
