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New staff at Truman Elementary
Nevada Daily Mail
Emily Buerge
Third grade teacher
What inspired you to become a teacher?
I had great teachers throughout my elementary and middle school experience who made a big impact on my life, and I wanted to be someone who influenced children's lives for the better. I want to be someone who shows every child that they are loved and smart and can accomplish any goal they have. I have always enjoyed children. In high school I was in the A+ tutoring program and I loved tutoring at the elementary school.
What is most challenging in your role and why?
Balancing everything. Making sure that I am getting everything planned and ready for lessons, but also making time to show my students that they are the most important things and showing them that I truly care about them.
What teaching moment is most memorable?
Saying goodbye to my student teaching class. It was really hard for all of us, but I got to see the impact I made on their lives.
Experience
I am a first-year teacher. I student taught third grade in Nixa, Mo., and I was a substitute teacher in Nixa School District the semester following my graduation.
Education
Graduated from Missouri State University in December 2013.
Hometown
Harrisonville, Mo.
Family
Dad Greg Buerge, a seed salesman at Neco Seeds. Mom, Amy, is an office manager at the local doctor's office. Chris, my younger brother, is a senior at Harrisonville High School. Mattea, my younger sister, is a junior at HHS. Jonathan, my youngest brother, is a freshman at HHS.
Interest/hobbies
Volleyball, soccer, traveling, kayaking, riding bikes, hiking, skiing, being with my friends, and anything adventurous. Occasionally I enjoy reading and watching movies.
Notable achievements, awards, and recognition
Graduated Cum Laude.
Lori Thorp
Fifth grade math and science teacher
What inspired you to become a teacher?
Mrs. Washburn, my third grade teacher, and I love kids!
What is most challenging in your role and why?
Trying to understand each child's unique situations and learning styles and then creating a way to meet those needs.
What teaching moment is most memorable?
The best teaching moment is when a student is trying to work through a question they have and suddenly the light bulb turns on and the expression on their face is priceless.
Experience
This is my 19th year teaching. I have taught first-seventh grade, in all subject areas. All of my teaching experience was in Colorado. Math is my favorite!
Education
I have a Bachelor of Science in psychology and my elementary education degree. I earned my master's in curriculum and instruction from Grand Canyon University.
Hometown
Lamar, Colo.
Family
Husband -- Toby. Kids: Emily--18; Nate-16; Matthew -- 13; Avery -- 6; Andrew -- 6.
Interest/hobbies
Watching, coaching or playing basketball ... all sports, movies and cooking.
Church affiliation
We are still looking for a church home.