Mrs. Gina Chamberlain
Grade 6

Mrs. Chamberlain began teaching at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School in March 1998 as a first grade teacher. She had already taught the mentally and physically challenged in Cherry Hill for 10 years and Kindergarten for 2 years in Pennsauken, New Jersey. During her tenure at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, she also taught 3rd grade for 2 years. During these years she has, at various times, also been math teacher for 4th grade and social studies teacher 7th grade.

In addition to her teaching duties, Mrs. Chamberlain is the Mission Support Team moderator, an Extended Day Worker, and in the past, has been the Safety Patrol Monitor, and LRC (Learning Resource Center) Mobile Van Unit Facilitator.

Mrs. Chamberlain is a member of the NCEA (National Catholic Educational Association) and WJRC (West Jersey Reading Council), LRC (Learning Resource Centers) and attends workshops and conferences sponsored by these organizations to keep abreast in the field of education.

Education:
B.S.- Trenton State College, Ewing, NJ

Certification:
Nursery – State of NJ
K-8 – State of NJ

Catechist Certification:
Diocese of Trenton

Parish Activities:
Mrs. Chamberlain is a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish. She and her husband have worked in the PREP (Parish Religious Education Program), and have been facilitators for past prayer groups.

Mr. And Mrs. Chamberlain are the parents of Melissa (and husband Paul), Barry, and Maggie. They are also the proud grandparents of Kaileigh and Nathan. They anxiously await the arrival of their third grandchild in May, 2006.

I believe that every child is a gift from God. As educators, we are called to seed and nourish the children entrusted to us with the tools necessary to become unique, productive individuals and to appreciate the differences in each person.

I believe that Jesus is our role model. It is through His example we learn that dedication and commitment are qualities that enable us to meet the challenges of today.

I believe that the Holy Spirit gives each of us gifts. This empowers us to become life-long learners who plan for a future where we can achieve our full potential and make a positive impact on our society.