KEA Member Spotlight: Karolina Bajkowska

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What is your name?

Karolina Bajkowska

How many years have you taught at Sears?

10

How many years have you been an educator?

11

What are your degrees & endorsements?

BA in Art Education

currently working on MA in Curriculum and Instruction with concentration in ESL and Bilingual Education, ESL and Bilingual Ed endorsements coming soon 

What is your current position?

Visual Arts Teacher, grades JK, 3, 5, 6, 7 and 8

What is your favorite part about your position?

The ability to see students grow year after year. I also love seeing students shine and grow in ways they don’t always have the opportunity to outside of the art room. 

What is your go-to afternoon pick-me-up?

A cup of hot citrus tea.

What book is on your nightstand?

The Weary World Rejoices edited by Melissa Kruger

What is your favorite Sears tradition?

8th Grade Play! 

What are some Fun Facts about you?

Learning to rap is on my bucket list. 

I enjoy painting miniature pictures and singing loudly in my car. 

What is something that makes Sears special?

The many beloved traditions.