My Philosophy

What We’re All About

As a facilitator I must guide the student through the process of self-understanding and self-acceptance.  This can be achieved using a variety of teaching strategies and methods.  One strategy that has found widespread success is the T.E.S.A. (Teacher Expectation Student Achievement) program.  Physical education significantly contributes to students well-being; therefore, it is an instructional priority for California schools and an integral part of our students educational experience (Glee Johnson; President, State Board of Education).  The secondary physical education and health curriculum insures that public school students enjoy positive interpersonal relationships while gaining personal-self esteem and self worth.   Recognize and evaluate the role of cooperation and positive interactions with others when participating in physical activity (CDE, High School Std. 3.9).  My first area of concern being a public school teacher is to provide relevance to my students, while providing an opportunity for students to have self-realization and personal recognition of uniqueness and individualism.