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Ms. Shannon Washington
Assistant Principal
swashington1@hampton.k12.va.us
825-4540

I believe the children are our future...

I believe each and every child has the potential to bring something unique and special to the world. I will help children to develop their potential by believing in them as capable individuals. I will assist children in discovering who they are, so they can express their own opinions and nurture their own ideas. I have a vision of a world where people learn to respect, accept, and embrace the differences between us, as the core of what makes life so fascinating.

Teach them well and let them lead the way...

Every classroom presents a unique community of learners that varies not only in abilities, but also in learning styles. My role as an educator is to give children the tools with which to cultivate their own gardens of knowledge. To accomplish this goal, I will teach to the needs of each child so that all learners can feel capable and successful. Finally, I will tie learning into the world community to help children become caring and active members of society.

Show them all the beauty they possess inside.
Give them a sense of pride...

I will ensure that school is a caring, safe, and equitable environment where each child can blossom and grow. I will allow children to become responsible members of our school community by using strategies such as class meetings, positive discipline, and democratic principles. In showing children how to become responsible for themselves as well as their own learning, I am giving them the tools to become successful in life, to believe in themselves, and to love themselves.

Let the children's laughter remind us how we used to be...

Teaching is a lifelong learning process of learning about new philosophies and new strategies, learning from the parents and community, learning from colleagues, and especially learning from the children. Children have taught me to open my mind and my heart to the joys, the innocence, and the diversity of ideas in the world. Because of this, I will never forget how to smile with the new, cherish the old, and laugh with the children.

Favorite Book: Oh, the Places You'll Go, Dr. Seuss

Professional Highlights:

• Eighth Grade English and AVID Teacher with Newport News Public Schools.
• Professional School Counselor also in NNPS
• AVID Staff Developer 2010-2011
• Peninsula Counselors Association President

Educational Highlights:

• Gloucester High School
• Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (concentrations in Elementary Education, Sociology, English) from Norfolk State University.
• Master of Arts in Urban Education (PreK-12 School Counseling) from Norfolk State University.
• Educational Administration Endorsement from Norfolk State University
• Educational Specialist Degree in Counselor Education from Old Dominion University