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Emily Saunders

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Bio

I’m passionate about studying trauma and how to break the cycle of trauma in families. After college, I want to support and advocate for children that have experienced adverse trauma as well as educate adults on the everlasting impacts of trauma.

Education

Sandra Day Oconnor High School

High School
2020 - 2024

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Majors of interest:

    • Education, General
    • Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Education

    • Dream career goals:

    • Assistant preschool teacher

      2023 – Present1 year
    • Sales

      Butta Cakes
      2022 – 20231 year

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      1Mission — Team member, built houses
      2021 – 2022
    • Volunteering

      CCV — Leader, mentor, coach
      2018 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Teaching Like Teri Scholarship
    My drive to become a teacher traces back to my formative years of the hours in my mom's classroom as she prepared every day to be the best teacher should be to her students in her classroom. The countless hours I dedicated to observing her dedication and passion for teaching planted the seeds of curiosity within me, igniting a desire to follow in her footsteps. The education field holds profound personal significance for me, driven by the aspiration to become an elementary teacher like my mother. Early mornings and late evenings spent with my mother at school allowed me to witness the tireless efforts she put into preparing to be the best teacher for her students. This firsthand experience fueled my curiosity and laid the foundation for my educational journey. It was during those moments that I began to recognize the transformative impact a teacher can have, not only on young minds but also on shaping the character and aspirations of their students. A significant life goal of mine is to travel across the world, particularly to first-world countries where access to quality education may be limited. My mission is to advocate for and provide quality education to those who need it most. This goal aligns seamlessly with my vision for inspiring the youth in my future teaching career. I aim to integrate innovative teaching methods that extend beyond the confines of the traditional curriculum. In my pursuit to bridge the gap between theory and practice, I plan to incorporate real-world applications into my teaching. By doing so, I aspire to equip students with the skills necessary to adapt and innovate in an ever-evolving global landscape. My intention is not only to prepare them academically but also to instill in them the ability to tackle the challenges and embrace the opportunities that our interconnected world presents. Immersing myself in diverse environments is a key aspect of my teaching philosophy. By exposing myself to different cultures and perspectives, I seek to bring a unique and enriching experience to my future students. This approach aims to foster cross-cultural understanding and prepare students for the complexities of a globalized society. I believe in molding young minds, fostering curiosity, and instilling a genuine love for learning that extends far beyond the classroom. In essence, my drive to be a teacher is a culmination of experiences, values, and aspirations cultivated over a lifetime. It is a commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of students, empowering them with the tools they need to navigate a dynamic world and inspiring a lifelong love for learning.
    Selma Luna Memorial Scholarship
    Growing up I spent hours in my mom's classroom as she prepared every day to be the best teacher should be to her students. With the time I spent arriving at school early with my mom and staying late, I began to find curiosity in the passion my mom had for teaching. Education holds a deeply personal significance for me as I aspire to become an elementary teacher just like my mom. The curiosity that sprouted during those moments spent alongside my mom laid the foundation for my journey in education. It was in those formative years that I discovered the profound impact a teacher can have on shaping not only young minds but also the character and aspirations of their students. One of my life goals is to travel across the world, particularly to first-world countries where access to quality education may be limited and advocate and provide quality education. How I plan to inspire the youth in my future career goes hand and hand with this goal. I plan to integrate innovative teaching methods that go beyond the traditional curriculum. By incorporating real-world applications, I aspire to equip students with the skills to adapt and innovate in an ever-evolving world. My goal is to bridge the gap between theory and practice, preparing the youth not only academically but also for the global challenges and opportunities they will encounter. By immersing myself in different environments, I aim to bring a unique perspective to my teaching, fostering cross-cultural understanding and preparing students for an interconnected world.
    Sacha Curry Warrior Scholarship
    Growing up I spent hours in my mom's classroom as she prepared every day to be the best teacher should be to her students. With the time I spent arriving at school early with my mom and staying late, I began to find curiosity in the passion my mom had for teaching. Education holds a deeply personal significance for me as I aspire to become an elementary teacher just like my mom. To me, teaching is more than just the growth of knowledge but the molding of young minds, fostering curiosity, and instilling a love for learning. As an aspiring educator, I see myself as a facilitator of growth, not just academically but also emotionally and socially. The curiosity that sprouted during those moments spent alongside my mom laid the foundation for my journey in education. It was in those formative years that I discovered the profound impact a teacher can have on shaping not only young minds but also the character and aspirations of their students. Education, therefore, became more than a profession to me—it became a calling that I was determined to pursue. As I aspire to become an elementary teacher, I carry forward the legacy of my mom's commitment to nurturing not just academic growth but also emotional and social development. I envision myself not only imparting knowledge but also instilling in my students the same love for learning and boundless curiosity that my mom instilled in me. My commitment to education extends beyond my local community. One of my life goals is to travel across the world, particularly to first-world countries where access to quality education may be limited. While I acknowledge the challenges involved in volunteering my time and dedicating a few years of my life to serving and teaching in underprivileged countries, it is a goal I am passionately committed to achieving. I believe that education is a universal right, and by reaching out to underserved communities, I hope to play a small part in the change of this world for great education for all children no matter their background. Growing up in Arizona, I had the privilege to go to school each and everyday with amazing teachers that poured into me. As I grew older it became apparent to me that this is not the case for everyone. Children just a few hundred miles away on the other side of the border in Mexico do not get the same access to quality education as me just because they were born in another country. In teaching overseas, I hope to play a pivotal role in bridging educational disparities, empowering students with the tools they need to thrive in an ever-changing global landscape. It is my fervent belief that through education, we can sow the seeds of positive change, one classroom at a time, transcending geographical boundaries and building bridges of knowledge and understanding.
    Marie Humphries Memorial Scholarship
    Growing up I spent hours in my mom's classroom as she prepared every day to be the best teacher should be to her students. With the time I spent arriving at school early with my mom and staying late, I began to find curiosity in the passion my mom had for teaching. Education holds a deeply personal significance for me as I aspire to become an elementary teacher just like my mom. To me, teaching is more than just the growth of knowledge but the molding of young minds, fostering curiosity, and instilling a love for learning. As an aspiring educator, I see myself as a facilitator of growth, not just academically but also emotionally and socially. The curiosity that sprouted during those moments spent alongside my mom laid the foundation for my journey in education. It was in those formative years that I discovered the profound impact a teacher can have on shaping not only young minds but also the character and aspirations of their students. Education, therefore, became more than a profession to me—it became a calling that I was determined to pursue. As I aspire to become an elementary teacher, I carry forward the legacy of my mom's commitment to nurturing not just academic growth but also emotional and social development. I envision myself not only imparting knowledge but also instilling in my students the same love for learning and boundless curiosity that my mom instilled in me. My commitment to education extends beyond my local community. One of my life goals is to travel across the world, particularly to first-world countries where access to quality education may be limited. While I acknowledge the challenges involved in volunteering my time and dedicating a few years of my life to serving and teaching in underprivileged countries, it is a goal I am passionately committed to achieving. I believe that education is a universal right, and by reaching out to underserved communities, I hope to play a small part in the change of this world for great education for all children no matter their background. Growing up in Arizona, I had the privilege to go to school each and everyday with amazing teachers that poured into me. As I grew older it became apparent to me that this is not the case for everyone. Children just a few hundred miles away on the other side of the border in Mexico do not get the same access to quality education as me just because they were born in another country. In teaching overseas, I hope to play a pivotal role in bridging educational disparities, empowering students with the tools they need to thrive in an ever-changing global landscape. It is my fervent belief that through education, we can sow the seeds of positive change, one classroom at a time, transcending geographical boundaries and building bridges of knowledge and understanding.
    Marian Haley Memorial Scholarship
    Growing up I spent hours in my mom's classroom as she prepared every day to be the best teacher should be to her students. With the time I spent arriving at school early with my mom and staying late, I began to find curiosity in the passion my mom had for teaching. Education holds a deeply personal significance for me as I aspire to become an elementary teacher just like my mom. To me, teaching is more than just the growth of knowledge but the molding of young minds, fostering curiosity, and instilling a love for learning. As an aspiring educator, I see myself as a facilitator of growth, not just academically but also emotionally and socially. The curiosity that sprouted during those moments spent alongside my mom laid the foundation for my journey in education. It was in those formative years that I discovered the profound impact a teacher can have on shaping not only young minds but also the character and aspirations of their students. Education, therefore, became more than a profession to me—it became a calling that I was determined to pursue. As I aspire to become an elementary teacher, I carry forward the legacy of my mom's commitment to nurturing not just academic growth but also emotional and social development. I envision myself not only imparting knowledge but also instilling in my students the same love for learning and boundless curiosity that my mom instilled in me. My commitment to education extends beyond my local community. One of my life goals is to travel across the world, particularly to first-world countries where access to quality education may be limited. While I acknowledge the challenges involved in volunteering my time and dedicating a few years of my life to serving and teaching in underprivileged countries, it is a goal I am passionately committed to achieving. I believe that education is a universal right, and by reaching out to underserved communities, I hope to play a small part in the change of this world for great education for all children no matter their background. Growing up in Arizona, I had the privilege to go to school each and everyday with amazing teachers that poured into me. As I grew older it became apparent to me that this is not the case for everyone. Children just a few hundred miles away on the other side of the border in Mexico do not get the same access to quality education as me just because they were born in another country. In teaching overseas, I hope to play a pivotal role in bridging educational disparities, empowering students with the tools they need to thrive in an ever-changing global landscape. It is my fervent belief that through education, we can sow the seeds of positive change, one classroom at a time, transcending geographical boundaries and building bridges of knowledge and understanding.