Elizabeth+Graves

Elizabeth Graves was born and raised in Twin Falls, Idaho. Her significant educational experiences included 2 years at the College of Southern Idaho (CSI), and 1 year at Boise State University (BSU). After a 10 year hiatus, she returned to higher education at Lewis- Clark (LCSC), Lewiston, Idaho where she graduated with a Bachelor's degree in English. After another 10 year break, Liz returned to BSU for her educational certification. Her work experience includes lichen caretaker at CSI, information receptionist for the U.S. Forest Service, manager of a health food store and personal tutor for students with learning disabilities. This last job became Liz's life inspiration for a career in education. She was an ELL paraprofessional, 6 years, for the Boise School District and is now an ELL teacher.

As a teacher, Liz values curiosity, respect for others, honesty and an open mind. Also, like her favorite teacher from LCSC, Okey Goode, she values a great sense of humor. She remembers her most difficult professional day as 9/11 and her best day is yet to come. What keeps Liz teaching, is seeing the "light bulb" come on in her classroom.

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