Special Education

Mrs. Darla McKernan

College Attended: Northern State University and Montana State University-Billings

Degree: Bachelor of Science in Education and Master of Science in Special Education

Years Teaching: 16

Years at ESDS: 13

Favorite Book: Little House on the Prairie series by Laura Ingalls Wilder

Favorite Song/Type of Music: Country..."My Wish For You"-Rascal Flatts; "I Hope You Dance"-LeeAnn Womak

Why I Became a Teacher: My brother struggled with reading. I had a gift of reading easily. I helped him a lot and wanted to help others to read so they wouldn't feel the frustration my brother did in school.

What I Like Most About Teaching: I like helping students work toward and reach their potential.

Favorite Quote: "A strong positive mental attitude will create more miracles than any wonder drug."-Patricia Neal