Each edition, teachers of UPMS will be spotlighted by one of our staff!
Ms. Quinones
By: Jamal L. James
Ms. Quinones is a Language Arts teacher at UPMS. Ms Quinones was born in 1989, in Washington, DC. Her favorite subject in school was science, and before teaching she was 1 on 1 para for disabled children. Ms. Quinones want to teach was her English teacher in high school because she was so commitment on giving her students a great education.
Ms. Quinones has no kids, and her favorite thing to do is go to Disney. Ms. Quinones likes technology because it is constantly changing.
Mr. Honeycutt
By Yani Lopez
- How long have you been teaching? 31 years.
- How long have you been teaching in this school? 24 years.
- How many classes do you teach? 6 classes.
- What classes do you teach? PE and Adapted PE.
- What do you like best about teaching? Being able to play sports with the students.
- Do you like working with kids? Of course.
- Where would you like to visit and why? Hawaii, so I can go surf.
- What do you like to do out of school? Surf and restore classic cars.
- Where are you from? I am from the Cocoa Beach area.
- If you had a chance to change your career, would you? What would you change it to? If I had a chance to change my career, I would love to work on old houses.
Make sure to stop by and say hello to Mr. Honeycutt!
Ms. Bernard
By: Tatiana M.
I got the opportunity to meet with Ms. Bernard, and ask her some questions, below you will find the questions and answers.
When did the thought of becoming a teacher cross your mind?
The idea of becoming a math teacher crossed my mind in high school.
How long have you been teaching?
3 years
Would you change the subject you teach? If so, why?
Yes, to anything involving Civics of history. I feel that students should become more engaged with democracy and history. It is the foundation of this country.
What are your strengths as a teacher?
The relationships I am able to build with my students.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
As an attorney practicing law.
What do you find more frustrating as a teacher?
Grading papers and district guided curriculum.
When do you interact with parents?
Only when I need to.
What is your goal by the end of this school year?
For students to leave better than they came in academics and relationship building.
How do you prepare your students for a state test?
Bell to bell instruction.
How do you feel about group-work?
I love group work. Students learn more from interacting with each other.
If you have any interest in law school, make sure to stop by and chat with Ms. Bernard!
About Mrs. Rosenbusch
By: Aundrea
This is the answers for the questions that I asked Mrs. Rosenbusch.
What subject do you teach?
I teach 6th grade math.
What advice can you give students to do well in class?
Take good notes and rework the problems we did in class. Practicing the math will help you to remember it better.
What was your favorite subject in school?
I had a great 4th grade teacher who didn’t give up on me, she taught me to love math.
How long have you been teaching?
I began teaching when I was 17. I taught pre-Kindergarten for 4 years. That’s when I decided that teaching was my thing. So I went to FSU. Since graduation I have been teaching for 26 years. Everything from kindergarten through 8th grade.
What college or colleges did you go to?
I attended St. Petersburg Junior College, kind of like Valencia, my bachelors degree is from Florida State University, and my master’s degree is from University of Central Florida.
If you were to travel somewhere where would you go?
I would love to go to Australia, I want to see the zoo where Steve Irwin worked.
If you won the lottery what would you buy?
Well, I would start with a new wardrobe, then maybe start my own school.
Do you prefer iPhones or Androids?
Tried the iPhone because everybody said I would love it, they were wrong I am an Android person.
What was the first school you worked at?
The first school I worked at was called A Child’s Place preschool. I was the youngest full time teacher they ever hired. I was good! LOL
In conclusion, those are Mrs.Rosenbusch’s answers to the questions that I have asked her. Stop by at her classroom and say “Hi” to her!
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Mr. Lozano
By: Jaylin H.
Mr L is a 7th grade Dan at Union Park Middle School, and here is an interview with him and Jaylin.
How long have you been teaching?
4 years of high school, 2 years middle school, 5 years of college
What college did you go to?
UCF/ UWF/ The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
How many kids do you have?
0
What job did you have before teaching?
Employment Specialist (helped people find jobs)
What grades have u taught?
Grades 6-12 & college-level students
Dream car?
Tesla
Birthday?
February 8
Least favorite subject to teach?
Language Arts
10 Facts About Ms. Blackman
By: Lurdes O
1. Why do you teach civics?
I teach Civics because I think it is the most important subject in school. I think that understanding the rights and responsibilities that citizens have while understanding the foundation of our country helps us all be better citizens.
2. How long have you been teaching?
I have been teaching for almost 3 years.
3. What college did you go to become a teacher?
I went to the University of Central Florida (UCF) for my Bachelor’s Degree and Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) for my Master’s Degree.
4. Did you have a job before becoming a teacher?
Before I was a teacher I was a National Marketing Coordinator and I traveled all over the country doing Marketing.
5. Did someone or something inspire you to become a teacher?
I was inspired by my college professor, Dr. Dusseau to become a teacher. She advocates for the underdog and I find that extremely inspiring.
6.When is your birthday?
My birthday is on April 6th.
7. Do you want to travel anywhere?
I love to travel and my next big trip will be over the summer to the Mediterranean.
8. Do you have siblings?
I have 2 older brothers.
9. What is your favorite food?
My favorite food is constantly changing… currently it is fajitas.
10. What is favorite movie?
My favorite movie is a tie between “The Princess Bride” and “10 Things I Hate About You”. Two perfect movies.
Don’t forget to stop by April 6th to say happy birthday to Ms. Blackman!
Ms. Rodriguez
By: Naiomi L. Ramos
I interviewed Ms. Rodriguez and asked her some questions, she answered them and now I’m going to tell you a little about her.
Ms. Rodriguez teaches Pre-Algebra and Geometry, she also has been teaching math for 9 years. She has taught 7th Grade Math, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Math for College Readiness.
She wanted to become a math teacher because when she was in Pre-K she would come home from school and teach her little sister what she learned in math. For her that was play-time between her and her sister until her sister got tired of doing homework for school and for her.
Ms. Rodriguez says that the best part of being a math teacher is working with the kids and seeing the kids growth from 1 year to the next. If Ms. Rodriguez can be in any profession than she would choose to be acting in sketch comedy.
That’s all i have about Ms.Rodriguez. I would love to interview more teachers if they would like me to. Contact me at 4804139267@students.ocps.net for more information on how to get interviewed. It would be a pleasure to interview you and to have you in our school newspaper.
Ms. Bouie
By: Dayana T.
What is your favorite color?
Glitter
What have you been doing outside of school?
Hanging out with the best baby in the world!
3. What are your hobbies?
Reading, Going to Disney, Cooking with the hubby
4. What are your goals for the future?
To have successful students and write a book.
5. What are some things you did as a kid?
Played volleyball with my best friends and hung out in my treehouse
6. What is on your Bucket list?
To go skydiving
7. What was your dream job?
Being a teacher
8. What is your favorite fast food?
Chipotle
9. What is your favorite candy?
Hershey’s Cookies and Cream
10. What is your favorite soda?
Coke
Now you know about Ms. Bouie, if you want to know more make sure to visit her class!
Here Are Ten Facts About Ms. Farley.
By: Silenay Valdes
1). When did you start to teach?
I began teaching full time 6 years ago here at UPMS. Prior to that I substituted at middle and high schools in Seminole county.
2). what subject would you like to teach , that isn’t world history-
I have taught reading in the past and was planning on getting certified in math.
3). Do you have a second job? If so, what is it?
I do not currently have a second job.
4).How many kids do you have?
I have 2 children. A boy who is 27 and completing his master’s at Maseryk University and a daughter who is 20 and attending University of North Florida.
5). Where are you from?
Cincinnati, Ohio
6). What do you like about teaching 8th graders?
Their quirkiness. You never know what is coming next.
7). What college did you go to?
Bowling Green State University
8). What did you want to do when you were younger ?
Fighter Pilot
9). what do you like to do in your spare time ?
Walk my dogs, read, craft, hike; and travel.
10). what’s your favorite food ?
I don’t know about a favorite food, but i love, love, love Coca Cola
Make sure when you see Ms. Farley to give her a Coca Cola!
Interviewing Mr. Lucero
By Nomar Gonzalez
First thing, when I interviewed Mr. Lucero said that he works as a teacher for seven years and went to UCF. Mr. Lucero became a teacher for the money and the summers (haha). The first impression he made when he first started teaching was that he even impressed himself.
Mr. Lucero would never want to be a principal because principals never take summers off. There’s nothing that he wishes he could teach, but aren’t allowed to do.
Next, Mr. Lucero said that if he could have any job in the world, he would be a stay at home dad. If he could have any car it would be bug bus, Benson. The class that was the hardest was Latin because he just hated it.
Make sure to stop by and say hello to Mr. Lucero next time you pass by his classroom!
Ms. Alayon: 8th Grade ELA
By: Audrey Hale
Have you ever seen a new teacher and want to know more about them? Well I’m here to help tell you about one of Union Park`s newest teachers, Ms. Alayon! She is an 8th grade Language Arts teacher and I will gladly tell you about her.
Question: “ When did you start teaching?”
Answer: “ 2019, I was here last year but I was a co-teacher”
Question: “ What made you want to start teaching your subject?”
Answer: “ I really like reading and I want to teach that to other kids”
Question: “ Where did you grow up?”
Answer: “ West Palm Beach Florida “
Question: “ What’s the hardest thing about being a teacher?”
Answer: “ Having so many classes”
Question: “ What`s your favorite memory about your childhood?”
Answer: “ Learning how to ride my bike, that was pretty memorable”
Question: “ Would you encourage your students to be a teacher?”
Answer: “ I would encourage my kids to become whatever they want to be.”
Question: “ If you had to choose any other subject to teach, what would it be?”
Answer: “ It’s not in school but I guess it would be psychology.”
Now you know more about Ms. Alayon, when you’re walking through the halls make sure you stop by and say hi!
If you want a chance to be interviewed, please contact me at: 4804122107@students.ocps.net
Mrs. Hammond:
8th Grade Science
By: Abdiel F.
When did you know you wanted to be a teacher?
I knew I wanted to be a teacher 2 years after I graduated college. I was coaching softball, and I really enjoyed teaching the team how to be better players and teammates.
What is your favorite subject when you wore in school?
When I was in school, I really enjoyed Spanish and science.
Why did you become a teacher?
I enjoy helping young people realize how talented and important they are. Being a teacher is just one way that I can do that.
What was your job before you became a teacher?
Before I was a teacher, I was a legal assistant at a law firm.
If you weren’t a teacher what will you be?
If I had to change jobs, I would like to work at a wildlife center or manage an environmental conservation program.
Ms. Kidwell: 7th Grade Math
By: Jamal L. James
Ms. Kidwell is a 6th-7th grade teacher at Union Park Middle School. Ms. Kidwell was born in 1994 and she started teaching in 2019, after she was a student teacher here at UPMS. Ms.Kidwell always knew that she wanted to teach in high school, because in high school she helped her friends with their homework. When she started college, she realized she was good at managing other people and knew that would make her a good teacher.
Ms. Kidwell’s favorite thing to do is relaxing by cooking, reading, and playing with her dog, or spending time with her fiance. Ms. Kidwell teaches math at UPMS. When you pass her room, make sure to say HI to Ms. Kidwell!
Mrs. Wilson: Art Teacher
By Naiomi L. Ramos
If you have a new teacher and want to know a little more about them, then we’re here to help you. Mrs. Wilson is a new art teacher for all grades and I had the opportunity to interview her… so here you go!
Q:What made you want to be an art teacher?
A:”I’ve always been really good at art and I wanted to share my passion with students.”
Q:How long have you been teaching?
A:”It’s my 1st year.”
Q:What’s the best part of being an art teacher?
A:”Seeing everyone finish their projects and being really proud of them.”
Q:What’s the hardest part of being an art teacher?
A: “Seeing students that give up before giving it a chance.”
Q:Where did you go to college?
A:”LSU (Louisiana State University).”
Q:If you weren’t a teacher what career would you be in?
A: “Graphic Designing.”
We would love to interview more teachers if they would like us to. Contact me at 4804139267@students.ocps.net for more information on how to get interviewed. It would be a pleasure to interview you and to have you in our school newspaper.
Ms. Stokes: Journalism/ICT
By: Alexa Smith
Hi there, is there a new teacher you want to know more about? WWell no need to worry about that, I’m here to help. Ms.Stokes is a Journalism Teacher for all grades. Would you like to get to know her? Well today’s your lucky day, we have an interview with Ms.Stokes.
Q: What’s the best thing about being a teacher?
A: “Getting to watch students evolve and grow.”
Q: Which subject do you enjoy teaching?
A: “I love all my classes for different reasons, but I love teaching advanced TV Production.”
Q: What made you want to become a teacher?
A: “My middle school teachers.”
Q: What is the hardest thing about being a teacher?
A: “Teaching a lot of different classes.”
Q: How long have you been teaching?
A: “4 years.”
A small bit of background info:
Q: “Where are you from?”
A: “Raised in new york state, but taught in Fort Myers for 3 years
If your a new teacher here and want to be interviewed then send me an email and I’ll see to having an interview with you. I hope you can get to know your teachers a little bit more. 4804114344@students.ocps.net
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