Introduction

=﻿Introduction=

==My name is Laura Poncharik and I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you. I am currently a non traditional student participating in Rider University's Educational Field Experience Program.== ==I have returned to school to fulfill my dream to become a teacher. Currently, I am studying Elementary Education with a Double Major in American Studies and a Middle School Minor with a concentration in History.== ==For over two years, I have been an Executive Board Member of Rider’s Student Education Association. My husband, son and I are all involved with Boy Scouts of America and take advantage of the outdoors as much as possible.== ==In addition, I am passionate about Colonial America, Women’s History, and visiting museums. After starting my family and years of working in the business world, I am fortunate to be able to embrace a new chapter of my life: teaching.==