Educational Philosophy
It is essential to create a welcoming environment where students can nurture their excitement for learning. Students are encouraged to ask questions and take risks. They are provided with opportunities for leadership, responsibility, and decision making. Students develop a strong knowledge base in order to become thinkers as well as doers. They can work in groups, approach difficult problems, and create different solutions. Students should leave the classroom with a can do attitude, and they have become active participants in their own educational processes. These are life skills that will help them become productive and successful members of our society.

Tell me, I forget

Show me, I remember

Involve me, I understand

-Ancient Chinese Proverb

Educational Training

1999 M. ED in Elementary Education

University of Minnesota

Minneapolis, MN

1996 Bachelor of Science in Foundations of Education

University of Minnesota

Minneapolis, MN

Stacey.Golenski@dcsdk12.org

Mrs. Golenski's Website

Educational Experience
2006 Third Grade, Northridge Elementary

Highlands Ranch, CO

2002 – 2003 Third and Fourth Grade Teacher

1999 – 2001 Deer Creek Elementary School

Bailey, CO

1997 – 1999 Third Grade Teacher, Carondelet School

Minneapolis, MN