Patricia Poulter
Primary Teacher

Degrees:
Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies-Art Therapy, 1982, University of Texas at Arlington.
Bachelor of Fine Arts, 1978, University of Texas at Arlington
Oklahoma All-Level Art Teaching Certificate, 2001
Texas All-Level Art Teaching Certificate, May 1978

Work experience:
2001-2004, Fine Arts Teacher, Tahlequah Jr. High School
1995-2001, Adjunct Instructor, Art Dept., Northeastern State University
1997, Instructor of Art, Montessori School of Tahlequah
1997, Instructor of Art, Tahlequah Public Schools

Philosophy:
"A great teacher must first provide a warm, safe, nurturing environment for every child. Once in a comfortable place children are then free to explore, to sometimes fail, then to succeed. Exploring feeds the natural curiosity which stimulates learning. A love of learning is my goal for each child."