Type Of Business:
School district
Expertise:
ESL instruction
Major Product/SVS:
Education
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling; Reading; Watching movies; Exercising
Education Degrees:
Master's Equivalency Degree, Washoe County School District (1990); Bachelor of Arts in Education, Minor in English and Professional Studies, Central Washington University (1966); Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Minor in Philosophy, Central Washington University (1965)
Affiliations Awards:
President-Elect, Nevada Chapter, Alpha Delta Kappa
State/Country of Origin:
WA/USA
Date of Distinction:
12/16/2009
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Belli's greatest career achievement was helping children with special needs, who were living in poverty-stricken areas, and making a positive impact on their lives.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Ms. Belli would like to be remembered by her peers as a person who shares ideas in a collegial manner.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
Ms. Belli would like to create awareness of cancer and support cancer research.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Ms. Belli would like to have lunch with President Barack Obama and talk about education in the United States.
Expanded Biography:
Ms. Belli has published some of her work and was awarded a school bell from a one-room schoolhouse. She was greatly inspired by her educators in Oakland, Calif. She is passionate about conveying the idea that a good education can make a world of difference in a person's life. She believes that her greatest professional accomplishment to date was teaching at the university level. Her favorite quote comes from Eleanor Roosevelt, who said, "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." Ms. Belli advises those who aspire to enter the profession to be prepared to work hard and expect constant change. She would like to dedicate this recognition to her mother, Dorothy Purser, who was the first person to recognize her talent. Ms. Belli worked for the Oakland School District and was greatly inspired by her colleagues because they were committed and provided quality education to their students.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was being nominated for the Who's Who Among American Teachers award by a gifted and talented student.
Charity:
Fundraiser, Local Community Organizations
Number Of Years In Profession:
45
Number Of Years In Current Position:
27
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion for her profession, dedication and desire to make a positive difference in the lives of children.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because of the inspiration she received from her teachers.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching ESL to kindergarten through sixth-grade students; Teaching at a junior college
Education Certifications:
Licensed Psychology and English Education Teacher; Licensed English Teacher for Speakers of Other Languages
Awards/Honors:
Nominee, Who's Who Among American Teachers
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Belli hopes to experience professional growth and conduct research on literacy.