Help Stacia Cox win the inaugural QuickSchools Teacher of the Year award. To all teachers out there, we salute you! QuickSchools.com is a fully-online school management system.
Stacia Cox is a Rockstar Teacher!
Ms Stacia Cox is the first grade teacher at Daarul Uloom School in Peoria, Il.
Here’s what her colleague, Ms Nermeen had to say about her.
Very dedicated and skilled teacher who is able to deliver content in a meaningful and engaging manner that is age appropriate. Displays exemplary interpersonal skills in communicating with students, parents, administrators, and professional colleagues. Participates in peer coaching and mentoring activities.
Way to go Ms Cox!
We then asked Ms Cox a few questions…
How did you get into teaching?
When I made the decision to become a teacher, I asked myself, “Why didn’t you make this career choice years ago?” The reason for the “self-questioning” is due to the fact that precisely 20 years ago my dear, wise mother, who was a teacher, suggested that I choose teaching as a major as I headed off to college. Even though I knew she was probably right (in the back of my mind, never to admit to my mom), I had my sights set on studying child psychology. I had a strong desire to help young people and make a positive difference in their lives. I have worked with children of varying ages, in many different capacities and settings over the past 25 years. Whether it was babysitting as a teenager, facilitating groups of children who had been witness to domestic abuse, teaching preschoolers, or serving as a daycare director, I had the pleasure of daily interaction with children. I have been continuously motivated by the infectious laughter and endless enthusiasm of children and couldn’t imagine choosing a career where children were not involved. Entering the field of teaching, after so many years of working with children, seemed like a very natural step to take.
What do you hope for your students?
My hope, for my wonderful class of first grade students, is that they will go forward with the self confidence needed to continue being the best they can be. They have amazed me this year with their academic ability and enthusiasm towards learning. All of my first grade students this year have shown incredible inquisitiveness, persistence and determination. I hope that they continue towards a life-long love of learning.
Anything you’d like to share with us? e.g. favorite moments, etc.
I look forward to going to school each morning to spend the day with my group of first grade children, which is a reward in itself. I am honored by this nomination!
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Voting ends at 11.59 pm on Friday May 18, 2012. Winner will be announced on May 25, 2012.
Best of luck!
Good luck!!
I can’t think of a more deserving teacher!
After all your hard work and years of dedication, you truly deserve this award!
Great job! You deserve this nomination as a reward for your strength and perserverance through the last year. Keep up the great work!
[…] 4. Ms Stacia Cox from Daarul Uloom, Peoria, Il […]
Mrs. Cox, this is the least I could do, as a parent, as an appreciation of your time spent with the students at Daarul Uloom. You have been such a role model for all of them, an excellent supporter to them during hard times or when you feel any of them is about to give up. I am so thankful for the chance to get to know you as a teacher and as a person. You did a great job and I wish you all the best.
Great Job, best of luck!
You absolutely deserve this, best of luck!
Great job. I’m proud of you.
Great Job!! You are the BEST!!
Way to Go Stacia!!!
Ms. Stacia is a hardworker and dedicated teacher, and she definitely deserves it. Best wishes for continuous success!
Best of luck!!!! Your efforts are greatly appreciated everyday!
Way to go Mrs Cox!!!Your charming smile and personality has always impressed me to a great extent. You seem to be a very loving and caring person at heart and our students at Daarul Uloom are truly lucky to have you. I wish you all the success and happiness in your chosen field!!!!
Hello Mrs. Cox, your hard work and dedication has been recognized!!I wish you all the best!!
Mrs. Cox, Congrats on being nominated!! All the years of hard work and dedication must not go unnoticed. You truly deserve this award. Best of luck!!
You are a great teacher! You put alot of time and effort into your classroom and thats what leads your stundents to succeed. Keep up the good work!
I thank you for all the wonderful work you have done and wish you all the best for your future endeavors.
My Daughter loves you
You truly deserve this award Mrs.Cox !!! We thank you for all the love, patience, support, time & energy you put into teaching this class .We highly appreciate your hard work and positive learning attitude you provide to the students. We are glad to have you as our daughter’s teacher this year.She loves you & will miss you next year. Good Luck !!
Ms. Cox, you have been an inspiration for my daughter through this school year. Your wonderful attitude infects your whole class and I have seen visible development in skills in my daughter. The way your students hug and high five you at the end of the school day when I come to pick my daughter up is a testament to your ability to engage and motivate young children. Thank you for all your hard work.
Utterly grateful 😉
Mrs Cox you are a brilliant teacher and a good human being.
You are a great teacher. Best of Luck!
You are awesome! Love to see your smile in the morning! Best of luck!
I love working with you everyday! You always see the bright side and smile even on those days when we want to frown, Lol!
Anyone who makes Mrs. Joey smile gets my vote!
Good luck!! I hope you win, you deserve it!
Congrats on this nomination!! Best of luck to you!
Stacia, we miss you…but, Uloom is super lucky to have you. You are not only a good teacher, but an excellent colleague and friend! Keep up the good work! Best of luck! 🙂
Good luck Stacia
Good Luck!
Ms. Cox is a wonderful person and a dedicated teacher. She truly makes a difference in the lives she touches.
In my book you have been and always will be the teacher of the year
Congratulations, Stacia – great job!
Shes a very devoted teacher to all of the students. My son really likes her as a teacher!! Congrats!! I hope you win. You deserve it!!
awesome teacher
Your an amazing teacher and a amazing person.
Good Work, Keep it up, best of luck!
Lots of luck!!
I just want to thank all of you so much for your incredibly kind words and support! It truly means so much to me!
Yay Ms. Cox….Hope You Win!!!
You are a great teacher. Affan is doing great under your care.
Good Luck!!!
I have heard nothing but good things about you. You are a great teacher and truly deserve this award. I cannot wait for my son’s turn to be in your class. 🙂