Welcome back to the 2017-18 school year!
About me:
I have a son who attends Valdosta State University in Georgia. I love to travel, perennial garden, fish, pick berries in summer, do many types of crafts, hike, and go to our camp. In the past couple years I have participated in some fun 5ks, two 10k runs and two 8 mile Mackinac Island runs and survived. It's been fun to join these races and meet new people, good wellness for my health, and also to have a sense of pride when I finish. I have a special love for all animals; including my three cats, but my backyard welcomes birds of many migratory sorts year round. Summer is my favorite season so that I can be outside in the sunshine and warmth. I enjoy time with my husband, family and friends. I am an avid Green Bay Packers fan and love when football season is back in full swing.
Teaching experience:
This year (fall of 2017) begins my 32nd year of teaching. I have taught at Forest Park for 18 years and spent 13 years prior to that teaching in Arizona. I teach in the K-4th grade Resource Room at Forest Park Elementary School.
Educational background:
I graduated from Kingsford High School and attended Carthage College in Kenosha, Wi. After graduating from Carthage College I moved out west to Phoenix, Arizona. I received my Masters of Education Degree (MAED) from the University of Phoenix in 1992.
Special training:
I am certified Elementary Education and Special Education Learning Disabilities. I am trained in the research based reading instruction program Orton Gillingham and also trained in Dibels (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Literacy Skills). I utilize the Read Naturally
Program in my classroom daily. The Phonics for Reading series is also utilized in the resource room. This is a systematic, research based instructional program which provides explicit instruction in phonics as well as phonemic awareness, fluency, and comprehension.
My Wish:
My wish for you as parents is to enjoy each and every minute with your child/children. The years slip by so fast and before you know it your child is grown up and moving on with their own life. Strive to be nothing but the best positive role model for your child. Savor the smiles and chaos of your busy life watching them grow up. Be an involved parent through the years at Forest Park. This includes the teenage years when they still need you just as much! Count your blessings each and every single night. Then count them again. :)
I have a son who attends Valdosta State University in Georgia. I love to travel, perennial garden, fish, pick berries in summer, do many types of crafts, hike, and go to our camp. In the past couple years I have participated in some fun 5ks, two 10k runs and two 8 mile Mackinac Island runs and survived. It's been fun to join these races and meet new people, good wellness for my health, and also to have a sense of pride when I finish. I have a special love for all animals; including my three cats, but my backyard welcomes birds of many migratory sorts year round. Summer is my favorite season so that I can be outside in the sunshine and warmth. I enjoy time with my husband, family and friends. I am an avid Green Bay Packers fan and love when football season is back in full swing.
Teaching experience:
This year (fall of 2017) begins my 32nd year of teaching. I have taught at Forest Park for 18 years and spent 13 years prior to that teaching in Arizona. I teach in the K-4th grade Resource Room at Forest Park Elementary School.
Educational background:
I graduated from Kingsford High School and attended Carthage College in Kenosha, Wi. After graduating from Carthage College I moved out west to Phoenix, Arizona. I received my Masters of Education Degree (MAED) from the University of Phoenix in 1992.
Special training:
I am certified Elementary Education and Special Education Learning Disabilities. I am trained in the research based reading instruction program Orton Gillingham and also trained in Dibels (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Literacy Skills). I utilize the Read Naturally
Program in my classroom daily. The Phonics for Reading series is also utilized in the resource room. This is a systematic, research based instructional program which provides explicit instruction in phonics as well as phonemic awareness, fluency, and comprehension.
My Wish:
My wish for you as parents is to enjoy each and every minute with your child/children. The years slip by so fast and before you know it your child is grown up and moving on with their own life. Strive to be nothing but the best positive role model for your child. Savor the smiles and chaos of your busy life watching them grow up. Be an involved parent through the years at Forest Park. This includes the teenage years when they still need you just as much! Count your blessings each and every single night. Then count them again. :)
