Education Student Success Stories

Grand View’s accredited teacher education program empowers teachers, through vibrant learning communities and self-reflection, to be innovative, culturally responsive, and resourceful leaders who are empowered to respond to the dynamic needs of learners for a global society.

Grand View's education students are doing innovative work! This page showcases award-winning projects by our students and is updated regularly.

 Madeline Sheldahl

Madeline Sheldahl | Elementary Education Major
Madeline Sheldahl graduated with a degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in ESL, English Language Arts and reading. While at Grand View, Madeline was an outstanding student. She was also in the honors program and on the dance team. She was involved in leadership through the Viking Council, Presidential Ambassadors, Student Ministries Team, Team GV, peer ministers and Viking Brigade. She is thankful for the opportunities the Education Department brought her through the endorsements she pursued. The wide range of opportunities allowed her to explore her passion and diversify her experience. Madeline student taught in the third grade in Johnston and in ESL at Meredith Middle School in the Des Moines Public Schools. She later went on to teach at Pathfinder Elementary in Kansas City, Missouri. Her experiences at Grand View inspired her to find her purpose and serve as an educator.

Ella Moss  | Education Major
 Before Ella was admitted to the education program at Grand View, she had already been working in the Adel-DeSoto-Minburn district to support students and teachers. Ella is passionate about working with students receiving special education services. She sees the potential in every child and seeks out information in each of her classes and practicum placements that will assist her to best meet their needs.

Liliana Saravia and Lesllie Perez  | Education Majors
Liliana and Lesllie worked together to develop the first Bilingual Education Student Organization in the state of Iowa! This group is affiliated with NABE (National Association for Bilingual Education). The students travelled annually to present at this conference and learn from others. They also visited high schools as aspirant peers, sharing their stories about getting to college.