Abigail Kennelly
Student & Educator
Phone 732-850-8136
Email abby.kennelly@gmail.com
Address Jensen Beach, FL
ABOUT ME
Welcome to my teaching portfolio! I am a graduate student pursuing my master's degree in Education. I am passionate about education and committed to fostering a positive learning environment. Here, you can explore my leadership philosophy, the coursework that I have done, and the teaching materials I have created.
TEACHING SKILLS & EXPERTISE
I am pursuing a career in elementary education while remaining committed to fostering student success, serving as a role model, advocating for young students, and making an impact on their educational journey.
I possess strong management skills, effective communication abilities, and a deep understanding of inclusivity. My goal is to become an effective and compassionate educator. I want to be the kind of teacher who not only supports students academically but also encourages their social and emotional growth.
WRITING
Student Speech and School Authority: An Analysis of Tinker v. Des Moines
An academic analysis of the landmark Supreme Court case Tinker v. Des Moines, examining the case background, progression through the courts, and the "substantial disruption" standard for student speech in public schools.
Law in Education course paper (2026).
Culmination Analysis: EEOC Exploration in the Context of Recent Political Shifts
This research-based analysis examines how recent political shifts impact the work of the EEOC and what that means for disability, race/color, and sex discrimination in public schools. It highlights my ability to connect policy, civil rights law, and classroom practice as a future elementary teacher.
Affirming Diversity course paper (2026)
Educational Journeys Across Generations: A Personal and Historical Reflection
In this reflection, I examine my own education and my sister's experiences to understand how social class, race, gender, disability, and educational policy intersect in our lives. I connect our story to broader developments in U.S. education, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the rise of RT/MTSS frameworks. This piece reflects my growing awareness as an educator of how systemic factors, stigma, and support systems affect students' access, identity, and long-term success.
Affirming Diversity course paper (2026)
TEACHING
2nd Grade Reading Comprehension Lesson Plan: Identifying Main Idea and Key Details
Grade Level: 2nd Grade Subject: Reading / ELA
This lesson plan is designed for a diverse 2nd-grade classroom and focuses on helping students identify the main idea and key details in a narrative text. The lesson incorporates whole-group discussion, teacher modeling, partner work, and individual practice using a graphic organizer. It aligns with standards ELA.2.R.1.1 and ELA.2.R.1.2 and supports students in understanding both the main idea and the central message or lesson of the story.
Introduction to Curriculum and Instructional Design (2026)
Reflection: This lesson strengthened my focus on clear objectives, modeling comprehension strategies, and supporting a wide range of reading levels in the same classroom.
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EDUCATION
2021 - 2025
Georgian Court University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Lakewood, NJ
2025 - Present
Keiser University
Master's Degree in Education
Fort Lauderdale, FL
CONTACT ME
Phone: 732-850-8136
Email: abby.kennelly@gmail.com
Address: Jensen Beach, FL