Pamela Ruiz teaches 7th grade science & STEM at IS 77 in Ridgewood, New York. Read more about what she loves best about the Future Goals Hockey Scholar program.
Why did you decide to become a teacher? This is my 8th year of teaching. I decided to become a teacher because I love learning and I enjoy working with children. What I love most about teaching is that I get to be in a learning environment. I love inspiring my students to believe in themselves and their ability to learn. What is your favorite part of teaching?
What I love most about teaching is that I get to be in a learning environment. I love inspiring my students to believe in themselves and their ability to learn. What is your favorite part of Future Goals & how are you using it in your classroom? ISLANDERS TEACHER OF THE MONTH EVERFI IS TEAMING UP WITH THE ISLES EverFi Future Goals Program Sign Your School Up May 2021: Eric Burchard April 2021: Christine Kearns March 2021: Kenneth DiDonna Feb. 2021: Brian Cyriac Jan. 2021: Kenya Bowman Community Stars of the Week My favorite part of the program is how the students can relate what they are learning to real life. STEM is seen in the game of hockey through the design of the equipment and through the prepping of the surface ice. Who is your favorite NHL® player? Mathew Barzal If you played hockey, would you rather be the goalie or a goal scorer? Why? Goalie, because I get to stay in one place. Favorite Movie: The Fast and the Furious Favorite Music Singer: Mariah Carey Favorite Food: Mofongo (a dish with fried plantains as its main ingredient) Who is Your Hero/Motivation: Sonia Sotomayor Favorite Hobbies: Running, cooking The New York Islanders and EverFi are teaming up to highlight local teachers. Learn more about the EverFi Future Goals program . Sign your school up today !
