NAME:
Mrs. Misrahi
SCHOOL:
Edgar Middle School
CLASS:
Computer Lab
SCHOOL PHONE:
732.321.8770
Mrs. Misrahi is the Computer Lab Teacher at Edgar Middle School. She has
been a teacher since 1999. Prior to teaching she worked in the computer
industry as a software designer, technical sales representative, and
education director for Fortune 500 companies. Mrs. Misrahi holds a
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science and recently completed her Masters
Degree in Educational Leadership. She hold a New Jersey State Principal
License and New Jersey State Supervisor Certificate.
Mrs. Misrahi was appointed as the Acting Director of The Zone, our
after-school program at Edgar Middle School during the month of October and
November, 2011. She was helping out while Mr. Hogerbee recoved from an
injury.
When Mrs. Misrahi is not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her family.
She is married to Jeff and has three children Sarah, Jon and Diana. A recent
addition to their family has been Sophie, a 3 year old mixed breed. Mrs.
Misrahi enjoys traveling, kayaking, hiking, biking, gardening, walking her dog
and cooking.
Every student will have:
-A basic understand of computer technology that will enable them to adapt and
adopt future technologies.
-Talk the talk. Define and explain the key technologies currently available.
-Master basic programs like MS Office suite of tools.
-Be able to research using the web like a pro with a discerning eye for
accuracy, authenticity and consistency.
-Net etiquette that Emily Post would be proud of.
-A love for change.....those who embrace technology change are the ones who
will direct it’s future.
Thoughts:
Discussion in Education
“21st century skills” such as problem solving, critical thinking, and media
literacy to prepare for the new global, digital economy, while others are
calling for students to have strong math and science skills.
All of these skills are important—but what do educators and other school
stakeholders think are the most important skills?
Survey conducted by eSchool News , August 2011
Top 10
To read – if you can read, you can learn anything
To type – amazing time saver in secondary education and post secondary
education
To write
To communicate effectively, and with respect
To question
Be resourceful
Be accountable
Know how to learn – make mistakes, curiosity
Think critically
Be happy