NAME:
Ms. Gizzarelli
SCHOOL:
Union Vale Middle School
CLASS:
Seventh Grade Life Science - TEAM 6
SCHOOL PHONE:
223-8600 e-mail: lgizzarelli@acsdny.org
I had the amazing opportunity to ride my bicycle across the country three summers ago (2007)
from Seattle, WA to Washington D.C. for the American Lung
Association! It took 48 days and we averaged about 85 miles/day. It was a
life-changing experience. The most important things I learned were the
importance of constantly challenging your mind and body - keeping active
physically and mentally, and the need to slow down and see the beauty that
surrounds you in everyday life.
The past two summers I have worked as an instructor for Ecology Camp at the Cary Institute of
Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, NY. I also got to ride my bicycle across New York State from Niagara
Falls to Saratoga. As you can tell, I kinda like riding my bike :)
When I am not sharing the world of biology with others, I like to go hiking,
cycling, take photographs, build furniture, or even do some quilting.
Here at school, I am an advisor for the Hiking Club, Snowshoe Club, Recycling
Club and Ski Club. I am also one of the head coaches for Spring Track. If you have not visited my
classrooms yet (204 and 202), there are a few friendly critters awaiting a hello.
My door is always open if you need help or just want to share a story. You
just have to speak up!
To instill an appreciation for science and the world around you. To spark a
sense of wonder for the earth's diversity and hopefully have some fun while
doing it. To teach an appreciation and respect for all living things and to
learn to be responsible human members of our delicate environment.