Beth Baker: Still Amazed by Students, After Over Two Decades.

Beth Baker: Voyager Elementary

“I love the students, their excitement, and being a part of their learning and growing…”

Beth Baker is a 5th grade teacher at Voyager Elementary.  Visit her classroom, and you’ll find a group of students in total awe and wonderment with learning–as well as with their teacher.

That kind of excitement in a class is contagious and can brighten up anyone’s day.  When asked what she loves about teaching, Beth said, “I love my job and am thankful for it every day. I love the students, their excitement, and being a part of their learning and growing. I love the laughter and the classroom community that is built each year together.”

Every teacher has a mission she wishes to accomplish with students, and Ms. Baker is no different.  “My hope as a teacher is that each year I create a safe, warm learning environment for all students. My hope is that I am ever changing,  always trying new ideas, and always reminding myself that it is all about the kids.”

Beth also shares that her proudest accomplishment as a teacher is “that a-ha moment that students have in their learning journey. It is so exciting and they are so very proud of themselves! They truly amaze me!”

Beth began her teaching career on an Indian reservation in New Mexico before coming to Howell in 1994.  This summer, she will be participating in her 12th youth mission trip, which takes her all over the United States.  Ms. Baker is an active member of Grace Lutheran Church.  She participates in local charity events, such as the Crop Walk and Relay for Life.  She is also an active volunteer for Recycle Livingston, as well as United Way.