Teacher Spotlight: Marietta Rizzone

Teacher Spotlight is where we will feature a local teacher who deserves recognition. Teachers give a lot to their students, schools and studies and we'd like to recognize them and say a simple, thank you, for all that they do. As students get ready to go back to school we'd like you to meet one of Rose Tree Media School District's newest teachers.

newest English teacher eagerly awaits to start just her second year in teaching after decades of work in another profession.

Teacher: Marietta Rizzone

School: Penncrest High School

Grade/Subject: English for grades 10, 11 and 12

Years in the industry: One year

Teaching History:

Rizzone worked at Verizon for 30 years and retired in 2009. She then went back to school and got her master's degree, going to school full-time for a year. She student-taught at Marple Newtown High School for a year and then came to Penncrest. 

Why did you become a teacher:

I had a really satisfying career at Verizon, but I wanted to do something meaningful. I wanted to contribute and I think education is one of the most important things in a child's life.

What do you like most about your job:

I think what I like about it is that every day is a do-over and brings something new. One day might not go well, but the next day is a fresh slate. 

What do you hope your students get out of your classes:

My primary goal is to prepare students for the literary requirements beyond the classroom. They also need to know how to communicate effectively, so I hope to bring a little real-world experience to the table and make class more meaningful for them.

If you could change anything about education, what would it be:

I'm envious of the student's access to so much information in today's Internet world. I want students to understand that technology is a tremendous and powerful tool, but it's not a substitute for all other sources of learning and information. Technology is an aid, but must be used wisely.

What do you like best about your current school:

I think the students are fabulous. They're bright, energetic, it's a great environment to be around.