Story by Jen Jordan / October 17, 2023
Summary: A teacher from Meeting Street Schools, teaching at Jasper and Beaufort campuses, shares insights into their teaching journey. Driven by a passion to mentor and support youth, they find fulfillment in coaching and witnessing academic and mental growth in students.
At which MSS campus do you teach?
Meeting Street – Jasper & Beaufort
Why did you decide to be a teacher?
I have a true passion to be a mentor/coach/teacher for our youth. The chance to chance live or be that extra support excites me.
Why do you choose to stay in the classroom?
I love data and progression. I also coach so its a change to do the same on the academic side.
What is the most challenging part of being a teacher?
Managing your time.
What is the most rewarding part of being a teacher?
Seeing my student grow academically and mentally.
Why did you choose to teach at Meeting Street Schools?
I love the vision and mission of the school.
What makes Meeting Street Schools different?
I feel the organization really values the staff and really care about to students.
If you were to write a letter to yourself during your first year of teaching giving yourself advice, what would you say?
You’re in the right place! Continue to grow!
Meeting Street Schools Teachers emphasize the love for data and progression as key motivators for staying in the classroom. The teacher acknowledges time management as a significant challenge but finds the most rewarding aspect in seeing students’ growth. The decision to teach at Meeting Street Schools was influenced by the school’s vision and mission, which align with their personal values. They appreciate the organization for genuinely valuing its staff and caring for students. Reflecting on their career, they would advise their younger self about being in the right place and the importance of continual growth, underscoring a commitment to making a difference in the lives of students.
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Start Your Career!Meeting Street Schools (MSS) is an innovative non-profit where schools, families, and the community collaborate to create environments where all children can achieve their full potential. With a network of schools across South Carolina, including MSA-Charleston (Charleston, SC), MSA-Spartanburg (Spartanburg, SC), MS-Brentwood (North Charleston, SC), MS-Burns (North Charleston, SC), and MS-Jasper & Beaufort (Jasper, SC), we are committed to providing students with the rigorous education they deserve.
Founded on the principle that every child deserves an excellent education regardless of their socio-economic background, Meeting Street Schools has been a beacon of hope and a testament to what's possible in education. Our schools are driven by a strong focus on student achievement, evidence-based instruction, and relentless support of our students and their families.
While united by our shared mission, each MSS campus, is unique in its character, tapping into the local spirit of the communities they serve. Explore each of our schools and discover how they're creating a brighter future for students in South Carolina.
Nestled in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, MSA Charleston is more than just a school—it’s a hub for innovative learning and community engagement. As part of the Meeting Street Schools network, MSA Charleston embodies a commitment to excellence through its rigorous academic programs, inclusive culture, and focus on developing the whole child. With a curriculum that emphasizes both academic and personal growth, MSA Charleston prepares students to be curious learners and active citizens of their community.
MSA Spartanburg stands as a pillar of educational innovation in the Spartanburg community. The school’s dedicated educators and supportive learning environment ensure that each child receives a high-quality, personalized education with exceptional faculty and teachers. MSA Spartanburg is distinguished by its emphasis on community partnership, fostering relationships that extend beyond the classroom to build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and success.
MS Brentwood is a place where education meets opportunity. Serving the Brentwood area, this school is a testament to the transformative power of education. With a student-centered approach that celebrates diversity and encourages excellence, MS Brentwood is dedicated to equipping students with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century. MS Brentwood also serves as a hub for the Brentwood community to access educational and wellness services. The school’s commitment to innovation, coupled with a warm, welcoming environment, makes it a standout in the MSS network.
Located in a community rich with history and culture, MS Burns is renowned for its dynamic educational approach that intertwines traditional learning with modern teaching techniques. The school’s focus on experiential learning ensures that students at MS Burns are not only recipients of knowledge but also active participants in their educational journey. MS Burns exists to spark an educational revolution for the students and families in the Dorchester-Waylyn Neighborhood in North Charleston. With a commitment to creating a supportive and challenging academic environment, MS Burns is forging a new path in public education.
MS Jasper represents the Meeting Street Schools’ dedication to community-based education with a global perspective. The school provides a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to explore their potential and cultivate a love for learning. With its diverse programs such as Eureka Math, and Wit and Wisdom, MS Jasper puts a major emphasis on character development, specialized learning and equips students to become thoughtful, engaged members of society, reflecting the MSS ethos of empowerment through education.
“We come into work everyday truly believing that our students are capable of achieving anything that is put in front of them. Here at MSS, students are provided the opportunity to achieve success through the facilitation of well-educated teachers, resources, and a responsive classroom school environment.”
“MSA is a family. Once you’re in, you’re in. They said they would follow our kids from K-3 to college and they actually lived up to what they said they would do. Not only did MSA challenge my daughter academically but it also exposed her to new things that she probably wouldn’t have been exposed to at our previous neighborhood school. Our journey at MSA was exciting and rewarding. They actually walk the walk.”
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