Bachelor Of Science In Interdisciplinary Studies In Special Education

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Hi! I’m Justeen McDonald, and I am BEYOND excited for my first experience working in an elementary school! This fall, I hope, is going to include several learning experiences for both myself, and the students I will teach. I cannot wait to see what this fall semester has in fore for all of us!

My passion and overall goal for this semester is to teach students that receive Special Education services, or those who are enrolled in the life skills classroom. I want to teach children lessons in which they will use for a lifetime, and help them grow as INDIVIDUALS in an environment that they are able to learn to their truest potential.

I am currently completing my Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with a specialization in Special

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