Third Grade

To join remind text 81010.  Class code @7ea8a4 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!

Teaching Endorsements:

• Educational Technology

I have taught:

• 3rd Grade

Prior to becoming a teacher, I earned a BS in Zoology and Chemistry and worked in Medical Research at the University of Utah.  I knew I wanted to take my career in a different direction and was inspired by a friend to consider teaching. I spent time volunteering in schools and realized teaching would be a perfect fit for me. I decided to get my Masters of Education degree. I love finding and designing new approaches that will excite and engage my students. Teaching is challenging, rewarding, and extremely fulfilling.