Fifth Grade

Ilona Rosson

In her words:

The art and daily practice of teaching the children in my class challenges me at the deepest levels of my psyche to be the very best person I can be.  I am inspired to increase my awareness of intellectual and emotional nuances of these unique human beings who are entrusted to my care.  This requires more than engaging in a process of dry data collection and assessment; it is through connection and focused insight that I am able to glean necessary subtle information about my students and to use this understanding to inform my instruction and guidance of them.  Connecting with my class and attempting to meet them where they are academically and emotionally is a daily goal.  I notice that I must set aside personal filters, concerns, and feelings to develop the internal capacity to achieve these ends.

I am filled with gratitude to have the rare honor of working at as fine a school as the Novato Charter School.  I am surrounded by mentors who are willing to offer assistance at the drop of a hat in the spirit of generosity, humility, and love of every student at the school.  These are human beings who strive earnestly and wholeheartedly to make a difference in the world through continually honing and delivering a holistic, interdisciplinary education of children.