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Spotlight on Students
Martinez Fellow: Wade Graves
Why do you want to become a teacher?
I truly want to inspire, to build up, to provide a solid foundation for my students so 
that they will have the inner confidence and strength to carry on in life, cognizant of their worth, and mindful of how their talents and abilities can constructively contribute to society despite what others may say.
Why did you choose the College of Education?
The curriculum is centered on exposing students to the different social, cultural, and economic variables that teachers must be aware of when dealing with the diverse student population of our school systems today. Students are given ample time to practice their craft under the mentoring of a various teachers throughout the academic year, supplementing what they are learning in the classroom. The Masters in Teaching Program has created a support system to help to encourage, motivate, and guide new teachers throughout the critical first years of their teaching careers.
Who was one of your most influential teachers?
Mr. Clark, an English teacher my freshman year of college, was very encouraging to me during a dismal time in my life. He brought to my attention various qualities he saw within me, that I didn’t see at the time, and his heartening words were instrumental to the career that I am presently pursuing, as he is the first person who told me that I would make a great teacher.
What do you hope to accomplish as a future teacher?
I’m looking forward to being a leader and role model within my community. I am especially excited about reaching out to minority children to show them all of the opportunities that lie within their reach with hard work and a positive attitude.
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