We are a self-contained 7th grade classroom (8th grade next year) in a large urban district that integrates reading, language arts,social studies and science into engaging technology enhanced quarterly projects.
Position:
Teacher
Needs:
We are in need of classroom technology that will be on hand at all times - digital cameras, laptops, document camera, color printer and interactive whiteboard technology that will facilitate podcasting.
My Philosophy:
My philosophy has its foundation in interaction, reflection and experience. The environment that my students and I create within our classroom and extended outside of its walls has to engage us in authentic opportunities that make us think and connect that thinking and experience to what is important to us as teachers and learners.
Personal Information:
About Me:
I am the mother of 4, grandmother of 2, former Marine and happy teacher.
College and Degrees:
BA in Elementary Education and French
MEd in Curriculum and Technology
Activities:
Soccer coach and Drama Club facilitator
Favorite Quotes:
The desire to know is far more important than achievement and/or performance measures.
Caine & Caine