![SLPSH German and Spanish teacher Wendy Hatchner smiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1580158597/springlakeparkschoolsorg/q1ikxqyinkdj6zydro4o/Wendy_square_online.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1580158597/springlakeparkschoolsorg/q1ikxqyinkdj6zydro4o/Wendy_square_online.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1580158597/springlakeparkschoolsorg/q1ikxqyinkdj6zydro4o/Wendy_square_online.png","width":800}])
"I love that our school has the big picture in mind and that I work with amazing people and I get to teach amazing kids."
Why We're SLP Panther Proud
![Park Terrace teacher Justine Hryhorysak laughing with two of her students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1578946986/springlakeparkschoolsorg/sskvieufjatvgim2jj4a/Justine_H_Panther_Proud_online.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1578946986/springlakeparkschoolsorg/sskvieufjatvgim2jj4a/Justine_H_Panther_Proud_online.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1578946986/springlakeparkschoolsorg/sskvieufjatvgim2jj4a/Justine_H_Panther_Proud_online.png","width":800}])
"I try to personalize learning by letting my students know how important their identity is to me and that I want to see them for every part of who they are because they matter and are valued in our space. I constantly seek out opportunities to learn more about my students' cultures and where their family comes from."
![Northpoint staff member Bao Nguyen playing Uno with two students and smiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1575384471/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ivpk79eluktyuh0a3frn/Boa_Nguyen_NP_7842_online.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1575384471/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ivpk79eluktyuh0a3frn/Boa_Nguyen_NP_7842_online.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1575384471/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ivpk79eluktyuh0a3frn/Boa_Nguyen_NP_7842_online.jpg","width":800}])
I Personalize Learning by finding out what each student is like and getting on their level. I want them to know that school is a safe place where they can be themselves and where they are loved.
![Westwood STEM teacher Jason Gable helping a student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1551723618/springlakeparkschoolsorg/fvnwtqy5lx8cuedja2wx/Jason_Gable.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1551723618/springlakeparkschoolsorg/fvnwtqy5lx8cuedja2wx/Jason_Gable.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1551723618/springlakeparkschoolsorg/fvnwtqy5lx8cuedja2wx/Jason_Gable.jpg","width":800}])
"The best part of my day is definitely seeing the kids reach that moment of discovery when their project really starts coming together, or when they discover a unique way to solve a particularly stubborn problem."
![Woodcrest kindergarten teacher Lina Mraz helping a student with his school work]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1550674975/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zbhbklr8usserqtimabt/Lina_Mraz.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1550674975/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zbhbklr8usserqtimabt/Lina_Mraz.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1550674975/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zbhbklr8usserqtimabt/Lina_Mraz.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1550674975/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zbhbklr8usserqtimabt/Lina_Mraz.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1550674975/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zbhbklr8usserqtimabt/Lina_Mraz.png","width":1251}])
"I am #SLPPantherProud because the Spring Lake Park School community works extremely hard and is very committed to creating the best learning experience for all of our students."
![Ashley Winterer working with students, smiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1549553182/springlakeparkschoolsorg/rwchsfvcfodrjwxcnj0r/Ashley_Winterer.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1549553182/springlakeparkschoolsorg/rwchsfvcfodrjwxcnj0r/Ashley_Winterer.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1549553182/springlakeparkschoolsorg/rwchsfvcfodrjwxcnj0r/Ashley_Winterer.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1549553182/springlakeparkschoolsorg/rwchsfvcfodrjwxcnj0r/Ashley_Winterer.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1549553182/springlakeparkschoolsorg/rwchsfvcfodrjwxcnj0r/Ashley_Winterer.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1549553182/springlakeparkschoolsorg/rwchsfvcfodrjwxcnj0r/Ashley_Winterer.jpg","width":2200}])
"I strive to create meaningful and engaging lessons where students are able to see themselves as successful lifelong learners."
![Centerview teacher Melissa Gustafson reading and smiling with a student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1548361674/springlakeparkschoolsorg/eloepge78pkdauqkupwv/MelissaGustafson.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1548361674/springlakeparkschoolsorg/eloepge78pkdauqkupwv/MelissaGustafson.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1548361674/springlakeparkschoolsorg/eloepge78pkdauqkupwv/MelissaGustafson.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1548361674/springlakeparkschoolsorg/eloepge78pkdauqkupwv/MelissaGustafson.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1548361674/springlakeparkschoolsorg/eloepge78pkdauqkupwv/MelissaGustafson.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1548361674/springlakeparkschoolsorg/eloepge78pkdauqkupwv/MelissaGustafson.jpg","width":2200}])
"The love I have for SLP is immeasurable."
![Woodcrest looping teacher Laura Johnston helping a student with her project]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":2200}])
Learn why Laura Johnston, 3rd grade Looping Spanish Immersion teacher, is proud to be a Panther!
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