Kindergarten

Years teaching?
Since 1990

Why teaching?
Teaching and children are my passion

Why Bromwell?
I was ready for a change. I taught 3, 4, 5 grades at my previous school for 12 years and was ready to try something different. What could more different than going from upper grades to Kindergarten. Best change in my career! I love the little ones!

Alma Mater?
University of Northern Colorado

Hometown?
Colorado Native! I love everything Denver and Colorado have to offer!

Favorite food?
I am a meat and potatoes girl at heart but I also love pasta…homemade!

Biggest risk you’ve taken?
Teaching Kindergarten

Hobbies?
Skiing, hiking and working out

Hero or heroine?
Princess Fiona from Shrek…she is a rock star.

Best part of teaching?
Watching the “light come on” when the kids get it and being able to witness their excitement for learning!

Funniest moment teaching?
One of my boy’s came into school with his pants on backwards and all morning long he kept trying to put his hands in his pockets..I have never seen so many awkward positions or facial expressions! I couldn’t figure out what he was doing until I saw his pants….it was hysterical! Of course as soon as I quit laughing I helped him get his pants on correctly and he was much happier.

Dream vacation destination?
Italy

Favorite play or musical?
West Side Story

Most endearing quote from a student?
One of my boy’s that has been out of kindergarten for a few years came up to me and said, “Ms. Ford will you be my BFF ..forever and ever? Even when I get married?” I heart my kids!

Years teaching?
Since 2000

Years teaching at Bromwell?
Since 2011

Why teaching?
It’s the most rewarding and important job next to being a mom!

Why Bromwell?
The supportive and talented staff

Hometown?
Aurora, CO

Favorite noise?
A sleeping baby

Hobbies?
Gardening, cooking, reading

Pets?
1 Dog

Best day of your life?
The day my children were born

Best part of teaching?
Being there for the “Ah-hah” moments

Favorite board game?
Sorry

Dream vacation destination?
Hawaii

Favorite sport to play?
Volleyball