Teacher Feature: Meet Mrs. Samantha Sorenson

Each week we feature a Sacred Heart faculty member. Let's get to know Mrs. Samantha Sorenson, K-12 Resource Teacher, a bit better!

 

"Sacred Heart is all about family and that makes it a really special place to be. I am enjoying my position as the Resource Teacher as it allows me to work with a wide range of students and other teachers. This is a great community and I love being part of it. I feel very connected to my students and their families, and it's great to see everyone year after year."
- Mrs. Samantha Sorenson

Q. Can you tell us about yourself and where you are from? 
A. I am from EGF and now live in Crookston with my husband, daughter, and son and our dog Gertie. 

Q. Was there a moment when you decided to become a teacher? 
A. I always knew I wanted to be a teacher from the time I was in first grade. I love school and working with kids, so teaching is a perfect fit. Being able to be back at Sacred Heart makes it even better!

Q. What do you like most about teaching at Sacred Heart? 
A. I love being in a smaller school where you can really get to know the students. As a former 5th grade teacher, I love seeing my old students and catching up with them, as well as their families. Sacred Heart is all about family and that makes it a really special place to be. I am enjoying my position as the Resource Teacher as it allows me to work with a wide range of students and other teachers. This is a great community and I love being part of it. I feel very connected to my students and their families, and it's great to see everyone year after year.

Q. What is your educational background?
A. I graduated from Sacred Heart School in 2009. I attended the University of North Dakota and earned my Bachelor’s in 2014. I earned my Masters degree through the Resident Teacher Program in 2016.

Q. What interests do you pursue outside of the classroom?
A. Outside of the classroom I like spending time with my family--taking my kids to the park, going to the lake in the summer, and getting outside when it's nicer out. I also enjoy cooking and gardening.