My name is Abby Clouse and I am a senior at George Mason University working on a Master's degree in elementary education alongside a bachelors in integrative studies with a focus on education. My passion, for as long as I can remember, has been teaching young children. I believe that all students deserve a safe, secure learning environment where all of their needs are met regardless of gender, race, identity, culture, and background. I believe that learning should be tailored to the students and how they learn best, which means using an array of teaching methods. It is important to create a space where students can learn how to regulate their emotions while also fostering a love for learning.