“In some parts of the world, students are going to school every day. It’s their normal life. But in other parts of the world, we are starving for education… it’s like a precious gift. It’s like a diamond.” ~ Malala Yousafzai Welcome to my journey! My name is Mia Cottenie and I am just beginning my teaching journey. I am in the Secondary Education Program at the University of Regina majoring in Biology and minoring in Physical Education. I am…
My name is Mia Cottenie (she/her), and I am currently an education student at the University of Regina. I am working towards earning a Secondary Education Degree with a major in Biology and a minor in Physical Education. Additionally, I am completing a second degree in French and francophone intracultural studies. I hope to one day teach Biology and coach soccer and curling as well as help with the Student Representative Council. I love water-skiing, downhill skiing, soccer, swimming, and…
I believe having a positive attitude is contagious. I believe in equity over equality (everybody doesn’t necessarily need the same things) I believe in placed-based education. I believe the integration and inclusion of special needs in the classroom. I believe being organized is key to success. I believe everybody learns differently and at their own pace. I believe in discipline over punishment.
“In some parts of the world, students are going to school every day. It’s their normal life. But in other parts of the world, we are starving for education… it’s like a precious gift. It’s like a diamond.” ~ Malala Yousafzai Welcome to my journey! My name is Mia Cottenie and I am just beginning my teaching journey. I am currently a first-year student in the Secondary Education Program at the University of Regina majoring in Biology and minoring in…