First Grade Team


Alisa Cooper de Uribe
1st Grade Bilingual Teacher
Interests: Sociolinguistics, education policy, traveling, figure skating, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and connecting with the natural world
Things that make me smile: Weiner dogs, picturebooks, the performing arts, all things sparkly, and my students, friends and family
Educational Philosophy: All people should have the opportunity to become multilingual; it is a cherished gift that opens doors to diverse perspectives. With a sense of wonder as a foundation, education can become an ongoing, lifelong journey for students and teachers. Above all, meaningful human connections for the cornerstone of profound learning, fostering empathy, broadening horizons, and nurturning understanding.
Favorite Part of My Job: being with young humans who find joy in things I often overlook
My Hero: Sylvia Rivera
What I value Most: Learning to better love the planet and its people
Maritza Rodriguez
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Silvia Hernandez
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