Introduction

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My name is Veronica De Alba, as a non-traditional student, I began my educational path later in life as I was raising a family when most were entering their first year of college. I returned to school for my teaching degree when my family home life was more stable, and I could dedicate the time and effort to my studies. I have been teaching for 11 years for Chicago Public Schools. I have taught Science, Literacy, and Social Science at various middle school grade levels. Currently, I am a 7th-grade math teacher in the Northwest side of Chicago.

Outside of the classroom, I'm a bit of a sports enthusiast. Cheering for my favorite teams is one of my favorite ways to unwind when I have some free time. I'm also a proud mom of three amazing young adults. Family time is precious to me, and I cherish every moment we spend together. Oh, and I can't forget about my furry buddy, Conor, who never fails to bring a smile to my face. We love going on walks together and simply enjoying the outdoors. I am so happy to announce that I welcomed my first grandchild last week. Becoming a grandmother has brought me so much joy and excitement into my life.

My Relationship With Social Media

My relationship with social media has evolved over time, reflecting my personal experiences and changing needs. Initially, I joined Facebook primarily to stay connected with family, particularly those residing in Mexico. Sharing bits of my life and my kids' milestones felt natural at first. However, as time passed, I found myself using it less and less. I realized my enthusiasm for posting dwindled.

Eventually, I made a conscious decision to minimize my social media presence. I removed all previous posts from my account and ceased posting altogether. This wasn't prompted by any negative experiences on social media, it was just that I've always been a pretty private person, and I couldn't see much point in sharing every detail of my life online. At the time, I wasn't involved in education, and I didn't feel that social media was significant enough for me to be actively dedicated to.

Despite this initial disengagement, my relationship with social media has undergone a positive shift in recent times. Lately, I've found myself getting back into Facebook, not just to keep up with family, but because I've come across some interesting educational resources there. I've joined groups for educators and connected with colleagues, and I've been pleasantly surprised by the amount of useful content and networking opportunities.  

Additionally, I've expanded my social media repertoire by joining Instagram. Unlike Facebook, where my focus remains largely on family and professional connections, Instagram serves as a platform for personal enjoyment and inspiration. Lately, I've been really into cooking. I've found some amazing recipes and cooking tips. Also, I've been loving those DIY videos, whether it's ideas on how to spruce up my home or jazzing up my classroom, it makes me happy and gives me new ideas to be creative.Top of Form

I'm still navigating my way through the world of social media, taking care to be selective about what I share online. Despite feeling relatively new to it all, I am excited about how it can make my life better in different ways.Top of FormTop of Form

*Note: I avoid using my name on my accounts and opt not to upload personal pictures.

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