Grade/subject/school: Fourth grade at Clinton Young Elementary School, Perry Township.

Number of years teaching: Three.

Work e-mail: jlockridge@msdpt .k12.in.us.

Background/schooling: Master’s degree, Marian College, 2007; bachelor’s degree, Purdue University, 2000; Lawrence Central High School, 1995.

Why did you become a teacher: My 10th-grade art teacher told me that if I ever get a chance to give back, then to do it in the form of education and be a light for someone else.

What goals do you have for your students: I want to inspire my students to become lifelong learners, set and achieve their goals, and to exceed their own expectations.

What do you encourage parents to do at home to help their children strengthen particular skills: Interact positively with their children and let their children know that they care about what happens at school.

Name your favorite movie: “Boyz n the Hood.”

Name your favorite musician or band: Common.

What’s something your students might not know about you: I appeared on a spring break edition of MTV’s “Say What? Karaoke.”