Hi!
My name is Mrs. Goodhand!
Personal:
I am a mom to 3 AMAZING boys!
My oldest played travel ball, varsity ball, went to the JUCO World Series as a LHP with MC, played for Frostburg State University. He is now living his best life in Denver, CO.
My middle son played travel ball and varisty ball. He attended Coastal Carolina his freshman year, and has chosen to get into the trades! He also is living his best life in Denver, CO.
My youngest played travel soccer and varsity soccer, and is playing for FCC.
I am married to the love of my life (who has 3 kids of his own (2 are married & 1 grandchild)!
I almost always (no one's perfect!) see a glass as half full!
My favorite color is light yellow.
I am a dog and cat person. I have a black cat with yellow eyes named Domino and 2 Bernese Mountain dogs named Daisy and Lily. My husband has a sweet sheperd/husky mix.
I cheer the DC area sports teams, love watching baseball, and love country music.
I live on coffee and tea.
I love to garden! I have pumpkins, lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, mint, and herbs growing around our home! My husband plants sunflowers for me each year!
I am of deep faith.
My family is very dear to me.
My father lives with us, and the rest of my family is spread far and wide!
I eat and live pretty healthy. Mindfulness, reflection, and yoga are important practices that keep me grounded, feeling good, always growing, and moving forward in a positive way!
Education/Credentials:
I have a BS in Finance, a MA in Education, +60 credits over my MA, an advanced teaching certificates in preK-2nd and K-6th, and a National Board Certification. I hold an ESOL certification.
I hold certifications in LETRS Volumes 1 and 2, OG, and RGR (all Science of Reading based instruction).
I participated in the Lead Teacher Academy in spring of 2024, and facilitated the NEO (New Educator Orientation) for 2 years. I have mentored teachers.
I enjoyed being the K Team Lead for many years, and enjoyed leadership and collaboration during this time.
I have had the great privilege to be a part of the staff and school that had been watched and followed for 3 years by the state of MD winning a Blue Ribbon Award in 2025!
I hold a current BLS/AED/CPR certification.
I am learning ASL. I would also love to learn Spanish and French one day!
I am currently working with the
Gratitude:
I am grateful for my experience in Montgomery County. I am even more grateful to have had the opportunity to teach the first formal and foundational academia to the students that I taught each year.
I have taught 2nd, 1st and K!
I have also had experiences teaching pre-K, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades.
I am looking forward to working with your kiddo!
We are in this together as a collaborative unit working for the success of your child!
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