Who is Jennifer Cunningham?

My name is Jennifer Cunningham and I teach at Clear Creek High School -Ninth grade center. I teach 6 classes of biology to freshmen. I have a bachelor degree in biological science. In addition, I have earned a master degree in United States history with a minor in Women's history. I have taken more than 30 hours of college courses at UHCL to help prepare me to teach science in the junior and high school grade levels. In addition, I have completed all requirements of Region IV including courses, internship and passing state test. I have received a standard teaching certification in life science, 8th-12th grade. I plan to take additional certification test to further my ability to teach students. I have five years of substitute teaching experience and worked in school districts such as Alvin, Clear Creek, Friendswood and Pearland. I taught at Channelview High School as my first full time teaching position in 2005-2006. At Channelview High School, I taught biology and IPC (integrated physics and chemistry). This school year, I have eagerly started my second year of teaching in League City at Clear Creek High School - Ninth grade center. I am very excited to be apart of the Clear Creek I.S.D. and look forward to being part of the educational process in an area that has a high reputation.

In my professional career, I have supported students in their academics, extra-curriculum events and their personal success. I have helped in varies clubs and organizations and supported students by attending numerous functions such as UIL contest, plays, concerts, games, ceremonies, community events, fund raisers, pep rallies,graduation events and project graduation activities. I strive to give students an opportunity to become successful in anything they try. I have offer positive feedback and support to students who reach for the stars. I believe students can and will make a difference in our future society and I believe that it is my role and my privilege to not only support but to open the doors for opportunities for students. Over the last few years, I have taken a stand and encourage students of today to be leaders of tomorrow.

In my personal life, I take pride that I am close to my family and family values have enabled me to be a success in society. My parents enabled my brother and myself to have positive role models and always taught that education was the key to a positive and productive life. My mom and dad have been married for 30 years and are two people who I admire and feel bless for having in my life. Though my brother is 6 ½ years younger than me, we are very close and I feel bless to have a great sibling to hang out with. My family has always supported me by being a part of my life and becoming involved with activities that are important to me.

In addition, I enjoy spending time with my best friends. Their friendship gives me lots of laughter and fun as I have known my best friends for over 10 years. Living in the Houston area all my life, I have been exposed to many positive aspects of life. I enjoy writing and reading and have written poems and shot stories throughout my life. Other hobbies include collecting angels, smile faces, unicorns, sea shells, crosses, coins and dainty figurines. My favorite singer is Elvis Presley and I am a devout fan of his. I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends and I love to get to know new people so I am always talking and learning about different people. I also enjoy taking pictures and have photos throughout my room and classroom. I enjoy the outdoors and staying in for a movie. I love to learn new things and enjoy topics related to many aspects of life. I take pride that I have achieved success through education and provide an example to my students that success is obtainable if determination,priorities, goals, dreams and support from family are the center of personal succes.