Literature Unit: Race and Movement
ADVENTURES WITH MS. AUGSTEEN
"Every child deserves a champion-- an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be." Rita Pierson
Ms. Augsteen
GET TO KNOW ME!
Welcome to the site! My name is Sahur Augsteen and I am currently attending Southern Methodist Univerisity in the Aspiring Leadership Program working to earn my Masters Degree in Urban Educational Leadership. I earned my Bachelor's degree from The University of Texas at Austin (Hook 'em) in which I majored in Applied Learning and Development (EC-6) with a minor in ESL. Teaching runs in my family and it is what I have wanted to do since I was a little girl. From seeing such strong women in my life being so dedicated to this profession, I have nothing but respect and admiration for both teaching and being a student. Both my grandmother and mother were teachers so I am honored to have the opportunity to be an educator myself.
As a teacher for the past 3 years in both 1st and 3rd grade, I have been blessed to have the privilege of working at a Math and Technology Center. I have seen the importance that technology integration plays in early education programs. Focusing on hands-on STEM education, data-driven instruction, and a classroom centered around SEL has helped me to achieve great success as a classroom teacher. In addition to that, I have had the privilege to work alongside exceptional staff, teachers, and administration who have shown me the glimpse of impact which I could provide outside the classroom as well. Being a life-long learner, I am beyond thrilled to be in my Master's program and look forward to learning, growing, and evolving to be the best possible servant leader I can be to the campus, students, and families which I seek to serve.
Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family, being active in church, going fishing, running, and volunteering my time to the needs of my wonderful community! I've always been a big sports fan, you can find me cheering on the Dallas Mavericks, Cowboys, and Longhorns! As of now, I am working on my lifetime goal to complete a half-marathon!
I want to thank you for taking the time to visit the site! Feel free to explore around, leave your comments and suggestions. I always love getting to read comments and appreciate the feedback you give me!
Thanks again for visiting!