1. All about me  Michelle Ricca

2. Background Information I graduated high school in 2008 I graduated from Lanphier High School in Springfield, Illinois I have a big family on both of m parents sides an my immediate family is only myself, my mom, dad, and sister I also have a lot of fish and two pet dogs named Scrappy and Bojangles

3. My life at wiu! I am a sophomore living in Corbin Hall Special Education major Phi Sigma Sigma sorority, intramurals, volunteer at Wesley Village, blood donor, Spirit and Sunshine Committee head, participated in Variety Show during Greek week, and Yell Like Hell during Homecoming week I work at Chicks on the Square and am a substitute at Head Start

4. Teaching experience I have previously worked with kids my whole life. I was a gymnastics and swim lessons instructor for 4 years and was a camp counselor for 2 years. I love helping children learn new things an encouraging them to strive to always do their best! http://www.manasquanschools.org/157520123104347187/site/default.asp Documents and Settingslr128esktoplip ents and Settingslr128esktoplip art.htm

5. My favorite links Teaching Resources- This website gives teachers resources to help them in the classroom. It gives an A-Z guide of different aides for teachers. teach-nology- Helps teachers with lesson plans for different months, holidays etc. Gives useful tips for using technology in the curriculum. Free resources- This website helps with majority high school teachers and gives information on all subjects including foreign languages!