My name is Mendi Bernens and I currently teach 1 st grade at Riverside Applied
Learning Center in Fort Worth, Texas. It has been my privilege to teach for almost 20 years. I have really
enjoyed my students and seeing them grow into lifelong learners-go dolphins! I am passionate about
teaching students to read and write. Our school has enrichment clubs and both I and my students
havegreat fun together.

I was born and raised in Lubbock, Texas and my family is very precious to me. In my spare time, I love to
read, watch movies, cook and go on long walks watching the deer and wildlife. I have two nephews
whom I love to see on holiday breaks.

I look forward to seeing the growth of this year’s students once springtime comes!