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Noyce Scholar Profile

Veronica Chaidez

Undergraduate major or graduate field of study: BA Mathematics

Subject area(s) and grade level teaching focus: Mathematics, grades 9-12

Category of scholarship/fellowship:
Fifth year or post-baccalaureate Noyce scholar

Name of Noyce institution:
California State University Stanislaus

Current academic or teaching status:
CSU Stanislaus Teaching Credential Program

School and school district:
internship at Orestimba High School, Newman-Crowslanding Unified School District

Background:

I was born into a low-income Hispanic immigrant family. I was the first member to graduate college. I was a high school drop out and had tried an array of jobs until I realized I was not happy with my life. I decided to go back to school and seek my purpose in life along with a career.

Why do you want to teach:

I want to teach because I want to make a difference in students’ lives. I was a high risk student and while I was in school, I did not have the right guidance so I want to be the guide and the adult the students need.

Describe a memorable teaching experience:

A memorable teaching experience was when a student told me, “This is the first time I actually get math, I am interested in it, and the first time I’ve held an A in any math class.” This was memorable to me because I was able to change my student’s perception of mathematics and his ability in a positive way. I realized that I was actually making a difference.

What does the Noyce program mean to you:

The Noyce program changed my life. It helped me discover my passion for teaching mathematics. The Noyce program provided me with an array of services which include professional development and one-on-one mentoring.

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This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) under Grant Numbers DUE-2041597 and DUE-1548986. Any opinions, findings, interpretations, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of its authors and do not represent the views of the AAAS Board of Directors, the Council of AAAS, AAAS’ membership or the National Science Foundation.

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