Aaron Peralez » About Mr. P

About Mr. P

Hey there, LOPES!!
 
I am Mr. P! I teach English II (Honors & On-Level) and Senior English IV. I am a Freshman Class Sponsor, and proudly coach our UIL Speech and Copy/Editing teams. The 2024-2025 school year marks my 10th year in education, and my 7th here in Abernathy, and let me tell you, you won't find a better school district in Texas!! Prior to my time in Abernathy, I taught in Lubbock ISD and Meadow ISD.
 
I am married to my college sweetheart and very best friend, Elizabeth, who is the owner of the Lubbock Sylvan Learning Center, and together we have the most perfect, happy little boy and future Antelope, Wyatt!
 
I am blessed and fortunate to be a part of this great community and awesome school district. Because I am the product of a small town, where I was heavily involved in numerous activities, I come bearing the knowledge and memories that many of my students have, so if there is ever anything I can help you or your child with, please do not hesitate to shoot me an email. I am looking forward to a great year, and as always, "IT'S A GREAT DAY TO BE A LOPE!"
 
Certifications:
-English Language Arts/Reading 7-12
-English as a Second Language 7-12
-Classroom Teacher K-12
-T.E.A. Exemplary Certified Educator
 
Awards/Accolades:
-Member of Sigma Tau Delta: Collegiate English Honor Society
-Mr. Lubbock Christian University Nominee (April 2015)
-Lubbock Christian University Board of Trustee's Award Winner (April 2015)
-Meadow ISD Teacher of the Month: (October 2016 & 2017)
-Lubbock Christian University's Lubbock County Distinguished Educator (April 2020)
-Abernathy ISD Teacher of the Year (August 2020)
-UIL District Speech Champions (2022, 2023)
-UIL State Speech Qualifying Coach (2022, 2023, 2024)
 
Presentations & Professional Development:
-"Think Quick: Incorporating Effective & Engaging Formative Assessment Strategies in the Secondary Classroom" - Peralez, A. (2024)
 
-"The Effects of Using Writing Pedagogy Strategies for Enhancing Student Standardized Test Performance" - Peralez, A. (2024)
 
-"Using Speech & Debate to Increase Student Confidence & Success in the Secondary Classroom" - Peralez, A. (2024)
 
-"Examining the Professional Standards of Secondary Teacher Evaluations and their Effects on Teacher Retention and Well-Being" - Lawrence, R. & Peralez, A. (2023)
 
-"Clock-Watchers Anonymous: Brain-Break Instructional Strategies for K-12 Learners." - Peralez, A. (2023)
 
-"Why Development of High School Students' Communication Skills for Employability is Crucial in School Curriculum." - Peralez, A. (2021)
 
B.S. Secondary English Education, Lubbock Christian University
 
M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction, Reading/Literacy, Eastern New Mexico University