Meet Rheannon Graves: Elementary Education Pinning Speaker
Rheannon Graves has been selected to serve as the Elementary Education student speaker for the College of Education Pinning Ceremony on May 6th. The Pinning ceremony recognizes our undergraduate Bachelor of Science in teaching graduates and graduate-level initial licensure graduates.
A native of Brownsdale, Minnesota, Rheannon is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. During her time at Minnesota State University, Mankato, Rheannon was involved with Educators for Equity. While attending the university, Rheannon enjoyed meeting people. “I have established several close friendships with other members of the Edina co-hort.” Rheannon conducted her student teaching in Minneapolis, MN.
When asked to identify a fond memory from student teaching, Rheannon answered, “I work with about 60 students. Each one of them is unique and holds a special place in my heart. I have so many memories from student teaching. Once, there was a time when I was getting ready to begin my lesson. As I walked to the front of the classroom, the students began clapping and cheering. It was an unexpected sentiment. When I got to the front of the room, I sat my laptop down, positioned myself in the center of the ‘stage’ and bowed.”
A quote that motivated Rheannon during her educational pursuits is a quote that her family uses often. “The eagle does not catch flies.”
Beyond the classroom, Rheannon enjoys spending time with her children and expressing creativity. “I am a mom to two wonderful boys, Gabe and Ty. They come first. Additionally, I enjoy reading, art, and music.”
