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First Grade

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Gina Buckway

First Grade Teacher

Mrs. Buckway's Favorite Quote

“There’s no chance, no destiny, no fate, that can circumvent, hinder, or control the firm resolve of a determined soul.”

~Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Years and Education

  • This is my 22nd year teaching
    • 17 years in Weber School District
    • 1 year Ogden School District
    • 3 years Davis School District
  • B.S. in Elementary Education
    • Weber State University
  • Special Education K-12+ Severe Disabilities
    • Utah State University

License and Endorsements

  • Utah Professional Educator License - Level 2
    • Elementary Education
    • Special Education (K-12+) Severe Disabilities

Grades Taught

  • 1st and 2nd grades in General Education
  • K-6 Special Education Classroom

Previous Schools

  • Freedom Elementary - English Teacher for Dual Immersion 1st Grade
  • Riverdale Elementary - 1st Grade 
  • Pioneer Elementary - 2nd Grade
  • Horace Mann Elementary- 1st Grade (Ogden City School District)
  • Heritage Elementary - Severe Functional Skills Classroom (Davis School District)

The Best Part of My Job

  • I love the funny things my students say!
  • I love making a difference in the world every day. 
  • I love watching my students learn new things, and explore their endless potential.

My Favorites

  • My 15 grandchildren are the best!
  • My favorite color is blue.
  • I love to eat Italian food.

For Fun

  • Hiking all year long (especially in the snow and ice)
  • Snow skiing
  • Camping
  • Traveling

Random Facts

  • Popcorn and ice cream are my comfort foods.
  • I do not eat meat or fish.