Teacher: Elementary
By: Morgan Blechschmid and Chloe Rojak
October 28, 2021
Chosen for this week’s Staff Spotlight is Mrs. Dawn Bloam! Mrs. Bloam is currently an elementary teacher in the Brooklyn School teaching fifth grade. Bloam is best-known for her ability to teach her students efficiently as well as effectively. Her past students are beyond grateful to have had her as one of their early teachers. Our hope, as the years go on, is that she continues to make a great impact in so many lives.
Q: If you could teach a higher or lower grade, what grade would you teach and why? What is your favorite subject to teach?
A: “I think I would teach 2nd grade. I have taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. If I was going to switch grades, I would want a fresh start. The curiousness of the younger students intrigues me. My favorite subject to teach is Language Arts. I love how literature can take you anywhere.”
Q: If you could make any changes to the Brooklyn City School District, what would you change and why?
A: “If I could change something about our school, it would be to restore wonder and joy to all children in every grade!”
Q: If you were not a teacher, what career path would you have chosen?
A: “I would have chosen the medical field. I always thought being an anesthesiologist would be interesting.”
Q: What are the positives of being a teacher?
A: “The biggest positive of being a teacher is the feeling of accomplishment when you ‘see’ a student get your lesson.”
Q: Are you interested in any sports? If so, what are your favorite sports to watch and your favorite teams to root for?
A: “The sport that interests me the most is volleyball. I love to play it and watch it. Also, I watch all the Cleveland teams and root for them regardless of how they’re doing.”
Q: What do you do in your free time?
A: “In my free time, I enjoy reading, boating, and camping. I love being outdoors and in my flip flops.”
Q: In three words, how would you describe yourself?
A: “Three words that describe me are Assertive, Determined, and Passionate.”
Q: What advice would you give to the current senior class as they embark on their upcoming journeys?
A: “Falvia Weedn said it best: ‘If one dream should fall and break into a thousand pieces, never be afraid to pick one of those pieces up and begin again.’”
Thank you so much for your time, Mrs. Bloam. We miss and appreciate you!
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