Gilea Hurley
Elementary Teacher
Gilea.Hurley@WHPSchool.com
Ms. Hurley holds a BA in Elementary Education from Kutztown University in Pennsylvania and an MA in Educational Therapy from CSUN. Starting at WHPS in 1998, and with experience in the field of education since 1995, Ms. Hurley was chosen as “Best Teacher,” as listed in the Daily News in 2000.
Mission Statement
My mission is to…
motivate and inspire my students
teach my students to embrace their weaknesses and strengths and use them to thrive in their lives
deeply understand and listen to others’ ideas, inventions, and solutions
inspire in my students positivity, compassion, and respect for themselves and others
elevate a love of life and learning in my students
have an open heart and mind
overcome difficult challenges with unstoppable perseverance
stimulate curiosity and admiration for nature in others