As we settle into a new norm, our teachers are determining the best ways to keep our students engaged virtually. Spanish teacher and track coach Rosalyn D. Lake-Montero is using social media and other platforms to teach virtually.
Using Instagram, Google Classroom, Duolingo, and FaceTime, Ms. Lake-Montero has created multiple ways to connect with her students. “When I started working at SEED, many of my students wanted to connect with me on social media. I then created the @senorita_lake page on Instagram to post class pictures and funny videos in Spanish. I now use this page as a tool to teach and connect with them virtually.”
Ms. Lake-Montero has also woven social and emotional programming into her virtual lesson plans and discusses the importance of wellness, self-care, and creating healthy habits. She challenges her students to utilize their Spanish vocabulary to document their new routines and the healthy habits they have adopted while social distancing.
Beyond academics, Ms. Lake-Montero is finding time to continue coaching The SEED School of Washington, D.C.’s, cross-country team. She encourages her scholars to stay fit and teaches how being active will benefit their bodies and minds. “With my amazing runners, I send them motivational videos regularly and speak to them one on one. Though they are scholar-athletes, I always remind them that their academics come first. Once exams are finished, we are definitely getting ready for the track & field season via FaceTime. I’m always looking forward to it.”
At SEED, we are committed to hiring exceptional adults like Ms. Lake-Montero. Her commitment and determination to adapt is key to our students’ success. For more highlights of SEED DC’s virtual work with our students, click here.