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=Introducing...Heather N. Schwartz-Lorenz = 

Hello! My name is Heather N. Schwartz-Lorenz. Welcome to my Electronic Teaching Portfolio!

// A Little Bit of Background // My childhood... I am the middle of three girls. My older sister is also a teacher and my younger sister is currently a student at Queens College. I was born at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, NY My parents raised me in Rego Park, NY (they still live there today).

My Education... Let me begin by telling you a little about myself. I am currently certified in the state of New York as a General Education Classroom Teacher of Common Branches for grades 1-6. I hold a Bachelor's of Arts in Government and Politics from St. John's University in Jamaica, NY. I received this degree May 2004. After completion of my undergraduate studies, I continued studying at St. John's University earning my Master's of Arts in Childhood Education (grades 1-6) June 2006. On December 16, 2007, I was awarded a Masters of Arts -- Teaching and Learning with Technology (K-12) from Ashford University in Clinton, Iowa. I am almost finished with my degree in Literacy (K-12) from the University of New England.

My career.. I began teaching in 2005 after 10 years of working in the medical field. My first school, PS 197, is located in Far Rockaway, NY and is part of District 27. After 2 years there, I was able to get a transfer into my current school, PS 220 (District 28), located in Forest Hills, NY. I have taught in the general education classroom, as well as in a CTT classroom. I have worked with 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades.

My family today... On May 10, 2008, I got married to Adam Lorenz. We currently live in Whitestone, NY with our 2 dogs (Marley and Sydney) and our cat (Lexus)... they certainly take up a lot of time! 

// Contacting Me // There are many ways to reach me. I can be reached via e-mail at HLorenz522@gmail.com or HLorenz@schools.nyc.gov. You can also reach me by telephone at 917-331-8804. If you choose to send something via "snail mail," please send it to 12-35 148 Street, Whitestone, NY 11357. 

//My Resume// To access my resume please click the file below. .



//My Teaching Philosophy// Different children, different learning styles... It is my belief that one key does not open every lock. The same applies to children -- one method of teaching is not appropriate for all children. Children are unique. Children are individuals. Differentiation is key to the success of all students.