Ms. Sua Cho
Q: How would you describe what your students mean in your life as a teacher?
My students are not just learners to me; I see them as possibilities, individuals with unique personalities and strengths. I love witnessing their journey in finding what they love and what they are good at over time. Also, seeing how quickly they grow and mature. It is truly a privilege to be part of their life journey, and I am excited to get to know my students more!
Q: What do you think is the most distinctive feature of your class?
A: I believe my class has a calm atmosphere that allows room for challenge and meaningful aha! moments. I love moments in class when students bring up questions and take risks in their learning.
Q: What do you think is the most distinctive feature of your class?
A: 제가 하는 바이블 수업은 새로운 지식을 쌓기보다 새로운 생각과 마음을 열어 보는 시간이라고 생각합니다. 그래서 더 많은 새로운 생각을 듣기 위해 질문도 많이 해 보며 수업 시간을 보냅니다. 그런 점이 특별한 부분이 아닐까 생각합니다!
Q: How would you describe what your students mean in your life as a teacher?
A: 함께 살아가고 배우고 성장하도록 도와주는 동역자라고 생각합니다. 저만의 시각과 사고에 갇히지 않게 해주고 새로운 생각과 마음을 얻도록 학생들도 저를 도와주고, 저도 제가 살아온 삶을 통해 쌓인 경험을 바탕으로 학생들에게 도움을 주는, 서로 돕고 도우며 성장을 도모하는 관계라고 생각합니다!
Ms. Sunhye Min
Q: What do you think is the most distinctive feature of your class?
A: Spanish 1 is a conversation-based class. While learning basic grammar is important, my main goal is to help students use Spanish naturally and confidently in real-life situations, especially when they meet Spanish-speaking friends outside the classroom. I also introduce the unique aspects of the Spanish language and the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries so students can enjoy and understand the language more deeply. I try to explain concepts in a fun and engaging way so students can smile and feel comfortable during class—though I’m still working on my sense of humor!
To help students enjoy learning without stress, I do not assign homeworks. Instead, I make the most of our class time so students can learn and acquire Spanish together with me. When we study dialogues, students don’t just read them—they actively practice by speaking back and forth, like a ping-pong conversation. I do my best to support each student individually. Ultimately, I hope my Spanish 1 class feels like more than just a class for grades, but a meaningful time to explore and enjoy a bigger world.
How would you describe what your students mean in your life as a teacher?
My students are like cute tesoros to me. In English, this means “cute treasures,” but in Spanish, tesoros carries the meaning of small yet precious beings. They may seem grown up, but they are still shining individuals with so much more to see, feel, experience, and learn.
As a Spanish teacher, I will always do my best to help students enjoy a bigger and more wonderful world through Spanish. I hope that when they graduate from Cornerstone, each student can shine even more brightly and confidently share their own talents with the world.
