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Teacher to Be Tuesday: Kayla Peterson

Kayla Peterson – Elementary Education

Year in school: Senior

Hometown: Richland, Washington

What are you studying?

Teacher Education (Elementary Education with an endorsement in multi-language learners).

Why are you studying Teacher Education?

Growing up I had several teachers that inspired me to go into this profession who fostered my love of learning! I hope to do the same thing with my students creating a community that makes my students enjoy learning and being at school.

Why did you choose WSU?

I love the community at WSU and the Cougs-help-Cougs motto!

What’s been your favorite part of the WSU experience thus far?

My favorite experience at WSU has been meeting so many different people and making friends I will have forever!

As a college, we’re focusing on our people being agents of change. What makes you an agent of change?

As a future teacher I will change the lives of my students by creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment supporting each and every one of my students!


Favorites

Restaurant in Pullman: Red Bento

Book: The Magical Yet – Angela DiTerlizzi

Song: Still Beating – Mac DeMarco

Movie: The Notebook

TV show: Keeping up with the Kardashians

Place to visit: Seaside, Oregon

Dream vacation spot: Germany