Chris Nicholas
BEd in Special Education, 2022-2024 Cohort Candidate

“I strive to help every student reach their fullest potential to the best of my abilities!”
Hometown
Mililani, HI
Department
Special Education
Related Degrees
- BEd in Special Education
Did you always know you wanted to become a teacher? Briefly describe your road to this pathway.
No, but now I have found my calling! I enjoy working with Sped students! Look forward to starting my career!!!
How did you become interested in special education?
My neighbor suggested I work in that department since she has worked in a High school for 29 years! I currently work in the Special Education department, so I have decided to pursue it!
What has been the best part of the program for you so far?
Meeting my cohort and teachers face-to-face.
In what ways do you hope to make a difference using the knowledge you have gained?
I strive to help every student reach their fullest potential to the best of my abilities!
How are the people and the program in the COE helping you along your way to becoming a teacher?
The camaraderie is amazing, and it is awesome to have such great cohorts!!!
Anything else you would like to share?
This program is such a great opportunity!