Tiger Spotlight
of the Week:
Ms. Heather McCune
Durham Elementary School Supportive Learning Teacher
1) Why did you become a teacher? I became a teacher because I love helping kids learn and grow. My passion is working with struggling students in small groups. I love to help them learn and grow in areas that they struggle and to instill in them a can-do attitude.
2) What are your hobbies and interests outside of work? I love to spend time with my family and dog, Pepper. We have taken many awesome vacations together including several road trips that Pepper got to join in on. She is a great traveler. I have two nephews and really enjoy watching them play sports, especially baseball as both of them are very talented, amazing players.
3) A fun fact about yourself or unique talent you possess, if any? A fun fact about me is that I only weighed 3 pounds 3 ounces when I was born. My dad’s ring fit on my wrist.
4) Favorite book, movie, or music (pick only one to share) and why it is your favorite? I like any movies that are not too intense and have a happy ending. As far as favorite books, I don’t really have any. I am just getting back into reading for enjoyment after doing way too much reading and homework for school.
5) Favorite part about working at Durham Elementary School? My favorite part about working at DES is the sense of community and family amongst the staff, students and families. I also love working with my students. My favorite part of my job is seeing their faces light up and their excitement when something comes easier for them that was once hard, when they get an answer right, or when their reading becomes easier for them. I also love the many different ways that I can use my gifts and talents to help others.