Language/Humanities: This class is an engaging was to expose freshmen to the Humanities including:
Vocab/RootWords/Mastery Spelling
Art History
Music History
Research
PublicSpeaking
GrammarStudy
Creative Writing
Position:
Teacher, English Department Chair
Needs:
WE LOVE and USE TECHNOLOGY in the classroom!
-FlipVideo Cameras
-DigitalCameras
-Computers- Blogs, etc....
-DesktopPublishing Programs
-iMovie,iDVD
My Philosophy:
“The highest result of education is tolerance.” - Helen Keller
I use technology in my classroom to open minds, open hearts, stretch brains, and promote and encourage tolerance of each other.
Personal Information:
About Me:
I have a passion for teaching, my curriculum, and my students.
College and Degrees:
B.S. Journalism/Art History University of Kansas
B.A. Elementary Education Wichita State University
Activities:
TIS Camera Club
Leader of Summer Student Travel
Favorite Books:
"Oryx and Crake"
"Kite Runner"
"A Separate Peace"
"The Scarlet Letter"
"Anthem"
Favorite Quotes:
"No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." - Eleanor Roosevelt
Interests:
Photography
Travel
Employment History:
8th Year at The Independent School
Why Do I Teach?:
Freshman Language/Humanities,Sophomore Humanities Exploration, and Newspaper