08/21/2026
Happppppy Friday Ya'll! π
Welcome back to another round of whos that educator! π
Today's edition is going to be a different format, since she wrote me such a great write up about herself and I just can't choose what to put. So here is Sam in her own words! π
My name is Samantha Ramsden, Sam to the children, hey you also works to get my attention. There is one child who refers to me as Grandma Sam since she's learned that's what my grandkids call me.
I am a Registered Early Childhood Educator currently in the Full Day Kindergarten room, but I am typically in the Preschool room. I've done 8 years of the preschool room in the morning and School age in the afternoon. The children think I live here and after 16 years, I'd consider it my second home. I've done 16 years of full time plus 2 years prior as a student and call in staff.
I am originally a Blenhiemite, but I've been in Sombra for 2/3 of my life. (Basically since I could legally drive). I am a mom of 6, who's ages range from 11-30, a grandma of 6, with a spouse that tolerates my crazy ideas and shares my love of kayaking, camping, and day trips. ππ¨
I also have a very large (appropriately named) puppy called Moose. However, he's also known as the Scaredy Chicken. I also have a full tank of fish (minus some shady snails that keep sneaking out of the tank at night). ππ§
Some fun facts about me - I am an avid beach glass and shiny rock hoarder. I love to cook (but struggle to reduce portions to feed less than 10 people). I have a tendency to house and feed anyone who lacks a support system. I worked doing railroad repairs as a teen. My dad is a musician with an album, meanwhile I struggle to carry a tune in a bucket. My favourite day trips consist of a left, right, straight method of determining our adventure and each stop on the road.
There you have it. The one and only Sam!
Have a great weekend and we'll be back on Monday with another!π