Monica Winstead
Florida State University
BS in Studio Art
Tell us about your family.
My husband, Paul, is the Assistant Grammar School Principal at SRCS. Our two grown children began their education in the 3-year-old program here and graduated from Seven Rivers. This school is a part of my family, and we have grown up here together.
What were you like as a child?
I was a little bookworm. I loved to visit the library. I would check out as many books as I could carry, and I couldn't wait to get home and start reading them. I loved to draw and create funny pictures and put on puppet shows for my parents. Growing up in Massachusetts, we heartily celebrated the changing of the seasons. I still do that today.
What is a fond teaching memory?
I love the first time a student realizes they just read a word. They look up at me, proud and surprised, with their eyes sparkling, and I get to say, "You can read!"
What do you most enjoy about your job?
I love reading stories to my students. I get to read wonderful children's literature and introduce students to some of my favorite books. I love the joy and wonder in my students' faces when they hear a great story or learn something new. It is the best job in the world!
Tell us a favorite book of yours.
The Chronicles of Narnia series. I read it every year. A recent favorite is Skyward by Brandon Sanderson. I am a big sci-fi fan!
