“Tackle that beast,” a common saying in class, often said by vibrant and outgoing Mrs. Roberston. Mrs. Roberston is an excellent teacher and is beloved by her students; she has a strong passion for teaching, which she had always wanted to do from a young age because her teachers always made learning fun and enjoyable. She loved “watching kids grow in their own discoveries” and wanted to share the love of learning with more people. Initially, she began her teaching career at the middle and elementary school levels, but God allowed her to take her teaching to a higher level, and she knew she “had to trust Him.” Now that she teaches at the high school level, her teaching style blends well with the moldable minds of high school students. She describes her teaching philosophy as an engaging environment with plenty of laughter and room for discussions and questions. Not only that, but she believes that students should be given opportunities to showcase their skills and growth in a positive environment, which allows her to make positive connections with all her students.
She loves seeing the topic finally “click” for students when they can apply it and reach small milestones of growth; she says that is the best feeling or accomplishment for her as a teacher. Mrs. Robertson believes in encouragement and tells her high school students to always “set your goals high, be ready to fall, but pick yourself back up and sweat the small stuff.” This saying is near and dear to her heart as her parents have inspired her to be a hard worker whom she looks up to. However, she also looks up to Mrs. McCusky, who she admires for “truly walking by faith.” Mrs. Robertson has impacted many students, but one stands out dramatically. She once had a student in her class who is now a professional football player, and at the time, he struggled with math and lacked confidence in his abilities, often goofing off during class. She recognized that he needed a safe space to make mistakes and improve. She had him stay after class one day and made a deal: “For one week, give 100% effort.” The next day, he came in focused, took notes, and actively participated. Over time, his confidence grew, and so did his grades. By the end of the course, he earned a high A. Mrs. Robertson wasn’t looking for perfection—she understood that math is an unnatural skill that requires work. She ensured he had the support and encouragement he needed to succeed as a student and outside of the classroom.
