Jessica Leonard
Elementary Education: K-6 Licensure
“If you want to build a ship, don’t drum up people together to collect wood and don’t assign them tasks and work, but rather teach them to long for the endless immensity of the sea.”
-Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Teaching Philosophy
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Teaching Goals
- To instill a love of learning in every student by encouraging exploration, critical thinking, curiosity, and creativity
- To differentiate instruction so that all students have an equal opportunity to flourish
- To provide students a safe, caring, and welcoming environment that encourages both social and academic growth
- To promote inclusion and respect for everyone
My Interests
I received my Bachelor of Arts from James Madison University and am currently completing my Master of Arts in Teaching with a license in K-6 elementary education at Hollins University. In addition to teaching, my passions include learning about other cultures, traveling, backpacking, hiking, and photography.
Contact Information
Jessica Leonard
leonardjc@hollins.edu
540-793-0592