4th Grade

I attended the University of North Texas in Denton and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies Early Childhood Education - 4th Grade. As a 4th grade teacher, I aim to guide students in acquiring lifelong skills that will help them achieve their goals and become active citizens in their community. Not only do my students learn from me, but I also enjoy learning from them! I have been an educator since 2009. I taught Kindergarten outside of Plano ISD for two years. Here in Plano, I have taught 1st, 2nd, and 4th grade.  Teaching has been the most fulfilling job of my life. I also enjoy reading, dancing, and singing around the house. Although, my two sons do not enjoy my singing and dancing as much as I do!

I was born in Mexico City; I have been in Texas for 30 years. I am attending college at IWU as part of the Quest Program. Have been working in Plano ISD for 20 years and I feel lucky to be a part of a supportive and student-centered district where staff encourage everyone to reach their full potential. I value acting with honesty and continually striving to learn and improve while motivating those around me to do the same.

4th grade DL Math and Science

Hi my name is Nancy Martinez! I grew up here in plano and went to all plano schools, including here Memorial! I was a hendrick scholar and AVID scholar and graduated from the university of texas at Arlington with a Bachelor's in Bilingual elementary education. As a bilingual fourth-grade teacher, I value creating a classroom where every student feels welcomed, respected, and proud of their language and culture. I believe bilingualism is a strength, and I encourage my students to be confident using both languages. I also value kindness, perseverance, and collaboration so that every student feels supported and capable of succeeding. ¡Hola! Mi nombre es Nancy Martinez. Crecí en Plano y asistí a escuelas de Plano durante toda mi educación, ¡incluyendo Memorial Elementary! Fui becaria de los programas Hendrick Scholars y AVID, y me gradué de la Universidad de Texas en Arlington con una licenciatura en Educación Primaria Bilingüe.

Como maestra bilingüe de cuarto grado, me esfuerzo por crear un salón donde cada estudiante se sienta bienvenido, respetado y orgulloso de su idioma y su cultura. Creo que ser bilingüe es una gran fortaleza y animo a mis estudiantes a expresarse con confianza en ambos idiomas. También valoro la amabilidad, la perseverancia y la colaboración para que cada estudiante se sienta apoyado y capaz de alcanzar el éxito.