About+Mrs.+G

All About Me!!



I live in Portland with my husband Ryan, and our perfect little dog named Brady. I've lived in Portland for about 8 years now, but before I settled here I grew up in the small mid-coast town, Damariscotta. I moved away from home after high school to pursue my undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Southern Maine. After finishing my undergrad, I completed a rigorous teacher certification program, ETEP, earning my teaching certification and 33 credits towards a Masters of Science in Education.   Duri ng my time in ETEP, I did my internships in a second grade and a fourth grade classroom in the Gorham School District. I was also a substitute teacher at Cheverus High School, as well as a "Mad Scientist" after school instructor before I began the certification program. Last year, I had the privilege of teaching my first class at Raymond Elementary. After getting to know the Windham Raymond School District and the wonderful teachers and staff, I am thrilled to be continuing my career in this amazing school district this year at Windham Primary! My number one favorite hobby is sailing. I love sailing! It's a newer hobby of mine and I learn something new each time I go. I also love to garden, cook (and EAT), read, snowboard, and spend time with my family and friends.  Here are some other interesting facts about me:  ** A view from the boat. See why I love it so much? **
 * My favorite type of food is Italian.
 * I knew how to pick out a whole lobster at the age of 3.
 * I took a 10 day class in the U.S Virgin Islands studying artificial coral reefs and termite mounds.
 * I'm super silly! :)
 * I had knee surgery when I was 14.
 * My favorite color is purple.
 * My favorite author is Roald Dahl.