My Story

My name is Maria Montemayor, and I teach Spanish at a private Catholic school in Tomball, TX. I began my teaching journey five years ago after a life-altering event and discovered my passion for combining creativity, organization, and planning in education. My interest in educational leadership stems from a desire to teach, coach, and improve current processes. During my time at a Title 1 school during Covid, the importance of technology in education became evident. Now, teaching at a small private school, I advocate for a blended classroom to enhance student learning through technology.

 

As a Catholic educator, I am committed to recognizing that each person is created in the image of God. Guided by Jesus as the ultimate teacher, my mission is to provide an education characterized by  holistic and relational learning, and active community involvement. Catholic education aims to develop students' intellectual, spiritual, ministerial, and integrative capacities, forming them into good citizens who enrich society with the Gospel. It is my duty to share Catholic beliefs with my students and demonstrate these beliefs through personal example, ensuring they can incorporate these values throughout their lives and live as part of the Catholic community.

 

Inspired by Pope John Paul II’s message that "Catholic education is above all a question of communicating Christ, of helping to form Christ in the lives of others," I strive to integrate Catholic values and beliefs throughout the curriculum, supporting the spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional aspects of each child. My goal is to help my students feel valued and loved, recognizing they are children of God. Teaching them to love one another through the example of Jesus is a fundamental part of my approach, as we are all children of God.

 

Being a Catholic educator is both a responsibility and an honor, allowing me to share God’s word with young people and help them grow as children of God. I commit myself to the pursuit of truth for the greater glory of God and the service of humanity, striving for excellence in teaching, research, and service. My aim is to lead in the discovery, dissemination, and integration of the values, knowledge, and skills required to transform society in the spirit of the Gospels, equipping graduates with the wisdom to lead lives of meaning and purpose.

 

I believe that Catholic education should integrate faith, culture, and life in every aspect of the school community. Having my children grow up in the Catholic school system, I was impressed by how Gospel values were present in every subject and how the school community united during times of triumph and hardship. As a teacher, I strive to model Gospel values, particularly faith, community, and the dignity of the human person, ensuring all students feel welcome and respected. By honoring these values, I aim to foster an environment where students and teachers can witness together, pray together, and help each other reach their full Christian potential.