For me, teaching is an
important life mission. Teaching at St. Joseph’s brings that life
mission to reality. Teaching in a Catholic school was a natural choice
for me. I was born and raised in a Chicago suburb and was fortunate to
attend Catholic schools throughout my educational life: elementary, high
school and college. After those years of Catholic education, it was time
for me to give back and help others develop their faith. I began with my
own three children who attended Catholic schools through their master’s
degrees. Today, I believe children deserve the same opportunities I had,
to learn about God and practice their faith.
When not at school, I enjoy
relaxing in outdoor activities with my family. I also enjoy cooking,
reading, and traveling in the summer. When interesting classes present
themselves, I attend because I enjoy learning. I look for the humor in
everyday life; humor is what makes the difficulties in life easier to
accept. That, coupled with my faith, gives meaning to my life and
teaching at St. Joe’s.
In the sixth grade classroom, the expectations are work hard and always
do your best. This encompasses the academics, as well as the social and
religious areas. As the oldest students at St. Joseph’s, sixth graders
have both perks and responsibilities. They must be ready and willing to
help where and whenever needed and give example that others can imitate.
Sixth graders spend much of the year learning about and experiencing
their environment through everyday class and special field trips.
Learning to be responsible stewards reinforces respect for others and
their God. Sixth graders enjoy changing missalettes in Church, visiting
residents at the Health Care Center and sorting and delivering food to
the food pantry. They also look forward to participating in weekly
Masses, and leading the May Crowning. Sixth graders have a busy,
challenging year. Hopefully, the students leave St. Joseph’s as strong
Christians and life-long learners.
Mrs. Keeler
