Pedro's Educational Journey and Philosophy

In this video, Dorian Wilson introduces Pedro Garcia, a teacher at Alvina Elementary Charter School. Pedro shares his teaching philosophy, emphasizing the importance of learning from failure and providing students with opportunities to succeed. He discusses how Amplify has transformed his teaching methods, particularly in English Language Arts, and highlights the supportive relationships he has with colleagues and students. Pedro also reflects on the mentorship of his childhood football coach, Rod Lucas, and how it shaped his approach to teaching. Finally, he expresses his love for teaching and the joy he finds in witnessing his students' success.

Where does Pedro Garcia teach?

• Alvina Elementary Charter School

• Sunnydale Primary School

• Lincoln High School

• Greenwood Middle School

What is Pedro's educational background?

• Associate's in Arts

• PhD in Physics

• Bachelor's in Mathematics

• Master's in Educational Technology

What is Pedro's teaching philosophy?

• Failure is a part of the learning journey

• Learning is only about memorization

• Students should never make mistakes

• Success is only about getting high scores

How has Amplify changed Pedro's teaching?

• It removed the need for lesson planning

• It helped engage students with audio recordings and guided questions

• It made teaching more difficult

• It focused only on math subjects

What grade does Pedro teach?

• Fifth grade

• Eighth grade

• Sixth grade

• Tenth grade

What is a challenge Pedro faces at his school?

• Overcrowded classrooms

• Being the only teacher per grade level

• Limited access to textbooks

• Lack of technology

Who was Pedro's mentor?

• His first principal

• His childhood football coach, Rod Lucas

• His college professor

• His high school teacher

What lesson did Pedro learn from his mentor?

• Always follow the rules

• Size and strength are most important

• Heart and determination can overcome challenges

• Winning is everything

What does Pedro love about teaching?

• The long vacations

• The easy workload

• The opportunity to prepare students for high school

• The high salary

What is Pedro's main goal for his students?

• To memorize all the content

• To develop self-confidence and motivation

• To become famous

• To avoid making mistakes