Favorite Things
What is Miss C's favorite topic to teach/talk about?
The brain!
What does Miss C usually get from Dunkin?
Large Iced Coffee
What is something that affects the brain the same way that drugs could?
Sugar!
You can become addicted to it!
What do I say is the worst thing about being a teacher (in my opinion)?
Grading papers
If I were to crash out on you, what would it be for?
Talking while I'm talking
What is Miss C's favorite food?
Sushi or Buffalo Chicken Dip
Name an animal that Miss C did research on in college or grad school (3 possible answer choices).
Rats, mice, mosquitoes (studied the brains of all of them)
True or False: If you tell yourself you're bad at something, you'll continue to be bad at that thing.
True!
Your brain believes what you preach to yourself. Try to trick your brain and see if it works!
Where did I work for about one year while still working at YBPA?
Insomnia Cookies (Not Crumbl)
What did I want to do before I became a teacher?
Be a full-time lab scientist
What do I love when students do most in class?
Participate!
What did Miss C major in college? (Name one OR both extra points)
Neuroscience and Psychology (minor in Chemistry)
Neuroscience is best described as the study of:
The brain, nervous system and behavior
How many jobs did I have while I was in college?
3 (babysitting/tutoring, Carter's retail, lab/research manager)
How many years have my fiancé and I been together?
4 years
If I am not drinking coffee, what am I always drinking?
Water out of my water bottle!
Name Miss C's two cats.
Tobi (October) and Sultan
What is your brain brain rapidly doing during adolescence?
Growing and developing!
What was my job before I stated working at YouthBuild?
Graduate Assistant/Research Assistant (aka grad student)
Where am I originally from?
Northeast PA (Poconos)
What is your favorite thing about science class?
Everyone gets points who answered!!!
What is my first name?
Maritza (but please still call me Miss C)
Why do scientists often use animal models (like rodents) in neuroscience research?
Their brain anatomy and nervous system share many similarities with humans.
What is the BEST PART about my job as your teacher in my opinion?
Teaching you new science-related things that you actually like or care about!!!
How long have I lived in Providence?
2.5 years!