Enthusiasm contagious at Martinez 3rd grade class
Posted : Oct 21, 2009 12:55 PM
Updated: Oct 21, 2009 8:35 PM
When you're doing something you love, it shows. At Martinez Elementary in Colorado Springs, third grade teacher Crystal Lannin's passion for teaching comes through in the excitement she brings to class everyday.
"They're just so fun," Lannin says of her students. "I love how we can do silly, goofy things together, but we can be serious if we need to be, it's just a great age to work with."
Her students seem to think that she's fun too. Lannin's personality has a way of grabbing and holding onto their attention.
"Mrs. Lannin motivates kids and helps kids be eager about learning," explains Martinez Principal Bobbie Long.
That eagerness to learn allows Lannin to tackle more difficult concepts with her class, like algebra or advanced English.
"I always tell them I'm giving them sneak-peeks into middle school or sneak-peeks into 5th grade, I think we can introduce them to it earlier and they get it, that's great."
Lannin says the secret to her energy and enthusiasm comes from the simple joy of doing what she loves.
"Everyday I go to work and there is not a day where I'm like I don't want to be there," Lannin said. "And it's not just a job, it's the relationships that I build with the kids too."
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Cinnamon at Oct 21st 2009 9:46 PM
Mrs. Lannin is a WONDERFUL teacher my son loves her and wants to go back to third grade. Words cannot express the gratitude and love ou family has for her.
Tina Anderson at Oct 22nd 2009 1:41 AM
I wish my kids had her at Martinez--she is a GREAT teacher!! Always so fun and engaging in everything she does
Jay H. at Oct 22nd 2009 3:42 PM
Crystal Lannin is awsome! I used to work with her and she made everybody's day more enjoyable.