Introduction

Hello my name is Valerie Richardson, I am a social studies teacher in Maryland. This year I currently teach US history a ninth grade course. I look forward to working with you all during this course. I wish everyone a successful semester and happy graduation for those who are finishing their program with this course.

Hello my name is Kelley Straight. I am finishing my eighth year of teaching high school Mathematics. I am excited to be finishing the program as well as working with all of you!!!

Hello, my name is Dan Whitney. After teaching 8th grade Humanities for 13 years, I am teaching my first year of 7th grade Humanities. Although I have enjoyed my studies at Walden, I too am excited at the prospect of completing the program.

Hi, I am Margaret Ridgeway. After working in the business world for over 30 years, I am now ending my first year of teaching social studies at a small rural school in Louisiana. I have totally fallen in love with my new profession and the students I teach and look forward to using the knowledge and skills I have learned in this program to assist them in achieving their goals.