Farrell a WBMS teacher worth smiling about

Shannon Farrell

Woodlawn Beach Middle School has so many teachers worth smiling about, however, Ms. Shannon Farrell has been selected as WBMS Teacher Worth Smiling About for the month.

Farrell was born in Silver Spring, MD, but moved to Gulf Breeze when she was just a few months old. She has lived here ever since. She likes kayaking, fishing, camping, or anything water related.

From WBMS teacher page:

Education: BA: Sociology; California State University, San Marcos

· Certification: Sociology (6- 12) ; Biology (6-12) ; Middle Grade Science

Philosophy: "All students have the ability to learn."

When asked:

What grade levels have you taught? I have taught High school Biology, Integrated Science and Marine Science.

Why she chose to accept the job here at WBMS? She replied "It was like coming home. I love this community and I wanted to continue to be a part of it."

How long have you been at WBMS? This is my third year here.

What was the attraction? The students are amazing!!!

Name an outstanding feature of the school? An outstanding feature of the school is the supportive administration and staff.

Special Qualities they posses? Answered by the principal, Ms. Conni Carnley:

"Ms. Farrell is an energetic and hands-on teacher who inspires her students to learn. She has been the primary sponsor of the WBMS robotics team which builds a working robot from a box of parts and competes regionally.

The WBMS team performed very well in its first year (last year) primarily due to the inspiration Ms. Farrell provides for the students. When you observe Ms. Farrell teaching it is obvious she enjoys what she does and she is a gifted teacher that relates and communicates to students well. It is a pleasure to work with Ms. Farrell and it is the work she does with students is much appreciated at WBMS.