Getting+to+know+Ms.+Richards

Hello! My name is Marie Richards and this is my second year teaching in the Middle School at Cape Hatteras. I really enjoy working with the students and staff at CHSS, while trying to instill within my lessons critical thinking and other skills necessary for our students to be successful in the ever-changing 21st century. As a relatively new member of the community, I would like to share with you some information about me.

Hometown:** Saginaw, Michigan Degree:** Secondary Education, History Major, Political Science Minor JV Girls Basketball Coach, Middle School Volleyball Coach, 8th Grade Homeroom Teacher All of the girls on my mom's side have the middle name Marie I was in charge of campus tours through the admissions office at my university (which is how I ended up in Hatteras!) Three of my best friends are getting married this year I am currently working toward a Masters degree in Educational Leadership with a goal of one day becoming an Athletic Director
 * __Top Things to Know About Marie Richards__
 * College:** Saginaw Valley State University **(Go Cardinals!)
 * NC Certification Areas:** 6-12 Social Studies, 6-12 English/LA, 6-8 Mathematics
 * CHSS Responsibilities:** Social Studies Dept. Chair, 7th Grade Team Leader, Leadership Team
 * Favorite Sport:** Basketball
 * Favorite Color: Blue **
 * Favorite TV Show:** CSI
 * Favorite Team:** Duke Blue Devils and Michigan State Spartans (tie)
 * Favorite Food:** Pizza
 * Favorite Activities:** Play and coach basketball
 * Favorite Band:** The Goo Goo Dolls
 * Favorite Quote:** "Nothing worthwhile ever comes easy."
 * Fun Facts About Me:** I have both played and coached in high school girls basketball championship games
 * Best Quality:** Honesty and Competitiveness (tie)
 * Favorite Thing About Hatteras:** Sunsets, Surfing, and Girls Basketball