Having grown up in a bilingual home and with a culturally-diverse background, I have developed a penchant for learning languages and find excitement in exploring new cultures. I am particularly interested in helping to develop PSMLA’s role in providing support to language educators, who remain a fundamental link between students and their language and cultural competency goals. I believe PSMLA plays a vital role in connecting foreign language advocates who will continue to make a collective impact on language acquisition, global competency, and professional development for educators. In an increasingly global society, the need for American students’ language development and enhanced cultural competency grows continuously. I hold a Master’s of Education degree in German from Millersville University and I am currently pursuing a second Master’s degree in Educational Technology. I have run a successful, private German exchange at my high school for the past 12 years. Having presented at several professional conferences, including PSMLA, AWLE and AATG, I look forward to presenting at more. I am active in a local organization, Association of World Language Educators (AWLE). Professionally I strive to constantly reflect upon and improve my teaching practices. It is my desire to see Pennsylvania continue to be a leader in World Language education in the nation. ![]() I am a progressive thinker and am not afraid to brainstorm and implement new, exciting ideas that might benefit the whole organization. I enjoy networking and working collaboratively with others to produce beneficial results. I look forward to utilizing my skills and passion for event planning in this role. Having taught both German and Spanish for 15 years, I believe that I bring a unique perspective. I would like to join the PSMLA Executive Council so that I can have an impact on my fellow World Language educators in the state of Pennsylvania.
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