Mrs. Lori Phinney

Third Grade Teacher

251-221-1376

Courses Taught:

3rd Grade Teacher

About Me

College:  University of West Florida-Pre-K/Primary Education (December 1997), Pensacola State College-Instructional Technology/Special Education (1995)

Certification:  Early Childhood (P3-Third Grade)  Alabama, Florida and Georgia Certificates (P3-Fifth)

Experience:    Florida (1997-2016)  Alabama  (2016-present)  Kindergarten, First, Second, Third grades

My Philosophy: Treating each child as my own and developing that relationship where your child knows I am here for them to help them find their truest potential, is what I strive for. I believe, in order to get my students to perform academically, they have to first feel at home and develop a love for learning. That's where my innovative ideas, creative ways of delivering instruction, and getting to know each child comes in hand.

My Goal: Your child's education and behavioral growth is my #1 priority. My goal as an educator and teacher is to not only help build critical thinking skills which will guide your child towards blossoming into their true potential, but to also build meaningful relationships. When asked, "How do you have the patience to work with kids all day?", my response always shocks others. To that I respond, "When you love what you do, you will never "work" a day in your life". That's my goal for all my students each year- for them to have so much fun learning, they don't realize its "work". To this day, I look forward to those.

Support System: "An informed parent, is a supportive parent". Children need to see a support system and know that we are working together to navigate them every step of the way.

Contact Me:

lphinney@mcpss.com

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Peace of mind: Please know I am dedicated to meeting your child's needs. I will create an environment where they feel loved and appreciated. A place where they crave to be. Mistakes in OUR class will always be a sign of learning. I will treat your child as my own.