The Original Black’s BBQ Teacher of the Week

Name and grade you teach and at which school: Morgan Bel, 4th grade at Plum Creek Elementary

Subjects: All subjects — math, science, social studies and English Language Arts.

Hometown: Houston

Where did you graduate? Texas State University; Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies.

Favorite thing(s) about teaching at Lockhart ISD: “I love the positive culture in Lockhart ISD and how the community feels like one big family. I also love how all staff try their best to always make decisions with the students’ best interest in mind.”

How would your friends describe you? Talkative, passionate and hardworking.

What values are important to you? “I value my faith, my family and my friends.”

Talents? “I am double jointed in my left arm, so I can turn my arm backwards. It’s a great icebreaker! I can also sing.”

Favorite Books: “I have many favorites, as I love to read. One I like to read with my class each year is Holes by Louis Sachar.”

Favorite Music: “I listen to all genres, but my playlist is mostly Christian hits or country.”

Hobbies: “I like to workout, spend time outdoors with my husband and dog and listen to live music.”

What inspires you? “The hardworking teachers at PCE inspire me to show up and give 110 percent everyday.”

Family: “I have a husband, Konner, and one dog, Hank, named after Hank Williams.”