The Sanford School Department is starting to spotlight employees at all of our schools. If you know an employee who you feel should be highlighted, please email communications coordinator Sam Bonsey at sbonsey@sanford.org. This spotlight is on Sanford Pride Elementary Ed Tech Heather Draper.
How long have you been working in the Sanford School Department?
I have been working in the Sanford School Department since 2004. I started as a substitute and then was hired on permanently in March 2005 as an Educational Technician 2 in a Self Contained classroom at Lafayette School. I am currently working in a 3 / 4 grade resource room at Sanford Pride Elementary.
What is your favorite part about working at Sanford?
My favorite parts of working at Sanford Pride are helping the students learn and working with the amazing staff.
What are your interests and hobbies?
I like to do crafts, garden, and read and play puzzle games on my kindle fire.
What is your favorite TV show or movie?
One of my favorite TV shows is the Masked Singer. I love trying to figure out who the singers are.
If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
I would describe myself as kind, patient, and caring.
What three items would you bring on a deserted island?
I would bring a book to read, a boat to leave when I wanted to, and matches to help start a fire to cook and stay warm.