Educators are role models who act ethically and honestly.
As an educator, I recognize that my influence on students extends beyond how I teach the content of the curriculum. I have the privilege of being in a very important position in my students’ lives and ultimately act as a role model for them in all of my interactions with students, staff, parents and community members. This means that I must be aware of the messages that I am conveying not only in words, but in my actions and the choices that I make.
During my EDUC 491 practicum experience I recieved a huskie pride cookie which is given out through a school wide draw. The cookies represent recognition of members of the school going above and beyond. I felt so proud that someone in the school nominated me for this draw without me even knowing who it was. 
As a Bachelor of Education Student, this program puts you in the spotlight often through group presentations and interactions with various members of the education community in British Columbia. As the elected classroom representative of my cohort I have often assumed the responsibility of advocating for my fellow classmates. I feel comfortable interacting with my peers on a professional level and feel that in my interactions I display characteristics of ethics, empathy, and respect. Although confrontation is something that I tend to dislike, when necessary I deal with situations in a thoughtful and appropriate manner.
In my introduction to my classes, I tell students a little about me and continue to grow that information over the time that I am with them (i.e. hobbies, schools, etc.). Knowing that I would be viewed as a role model, I also wanted the students to see that I am an active person who lives a healthy lifestyle and has a lifelong interest in learning. Some things my students typically know about me: I am a student teacher, restaurant server, mountain biker, rock climber, and artist.
My interactions with peers, students, parents/guardians embodies that of a professional and is parallel to the standards of a British Columbian educator.