9 Questions with Mrs. Ende
April 7, 2021
What made you want to become a teacher? What do you enjoy about the job?
I became a teacher because I enjoy working with students, and I wanted to coach softball. I love seeing the “light bulb go off” when kids understand a topic. I also enjoy getting to know my students.
What do you love about math? Why do you think it’s important for students study it?
I love that there are many ways to come to an answer and the different ways math makes you think. Math is used every day. You won’t necessarily solve an equation in your everyday life, but you will use the problem-solving aspect daily.
What was your first job? What was it like?
My first job was at Nancy’s Pizza in Tinley Park. I was a cashier and dish washer. I hated washing the dishes.
If you could have one song play every time you entered a room, what song would play and why?
“Enter Sandman” by Metallica because it was my walk-up song in college and it just pumps me up
If you were going to pursue a job other than teaching, what job would you want to have and why?
I have always wanted to be an orthopedic surgeon because sports injuries have always fascinated me.
Do you wish life had a rewind, pause, or fast-forward button? Why?
A pause button–My boys are at a fun age (7 and 3). I feel as if they are growing up way too fast.
If someone could go back in time and open your high school locker, what would they find?
My books, random friends’ books (we all shared lockers), pictures from all of our dances, and my lunch
What do you think you’ll most remember from the COVID-19 pandemic and tell your grandchildren about?
I think I will remember how crazy people were about toilet paper. ?
If you could go back and give advice to your high school self, what would you tell her?
Enjoy every little moment because it goes very fast.