My Student Teaching Experience in Peru

Hi, I'm Lauren! I am honored to be going on a trip of a lifetime to teach abroad in Lima, Peru.  I am so excited to learn more deeply about the Peruvian culture, compare educational systems in the United States to Peru, and practice my Spanish language. I hope to take what I learn about instruction, classroom management, and culture back to my future classroom. I have been looking forward to this experience for years, and I am so excited it is coming to fruition. 

I knew I wanted to student teach abroad in a Spanish-speaking country, but I was unaware that Peru would be an option.  This year is the pilot year for student teachers in Peru, and I am excited to be one of those who gets to pave the way for others to also have the same experience.

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After finishing 7 weeks at my first placement in an 8th grade math classroom, I am so excited to take my new skills with me to Peru. I feel as though I have already grown so much as an educator and I am excited to take another step. However, I would not be this far without the support of my friends, family, and 8th grade team helping me along the way!

Here is a little bit about me: 

Major: Middle Childhood- Early Adolescent Education

Minors: Math, Spanish, Music

Hometown: McHenry, Illinois

Family: I have 3 younger siblings, Katherine, Luke, and Grace 

Pets: Golden/Lab Mix named Mowgli

Hobbies: Listening to/making music, playing volleyball, biking, being outdoors, and spending time with people I love

Countries traveled to: Italy, Mexico, Canada, Puerto Rico (if that counts)

Favorite Summer Job: Day Camp Counselor

Favorite Spanish Word: panqueque

Fun Facts: I'm an "expert" on Guitar Hero, I have been to over 50 music concerts, I have ridden one RollerCoaster 26 times in a row.