My Philosophy


I believe it is important to create a community where all learners feel safe, respected and have a sense of belonging. It is important to focus equally on the social, emotional and academic needs of students. I strive to meet children where they're at by differentiating instruction, choosing developmentally appropriate activities and providing a balance between teacher-directed and self-directed learning. I value play, the arts, movement, creativity and laughter as important and meaningful parts of the learning process for children.



Friday, December 6, 2013

Mindful Movements

Vicky Wideman kicked off a series of lessons this week about Mindful Movements.  She is teaching students a variety of techniques to help them be mindful and feel relaxed.  She will continue with these lessons weekly through the end of January.
Our class has been working hard this week finishing up our creations for the Holiday Craft Fair.  We will be selling homemade necklaces/ornaments, gift boxes, holiday tags and cards, and holiday balloons.  A huge thank you to Anne Marcoe for helping us with these projects.  Many of my friends have decided they want to buy their own creations and have already brought their money to school to purchase them.  We have already earned $22 and the Craft Fair hasn't even started yet! The Craft Fair will take place tomorrow (Sat., 12/7) from 9:30-1:30.  A big thank you to those families who have offered to cover our booth for part of this time.  If you are interested in helping out, we can always use more helpers!
Thank you to everyone for getting our Flat Stanley project addresses back to school already.  We have been working hard decorating our Flat Stanleys and creating a journal to send along on his adventure.  We hope to get our envelopes addressed and in the mail by the end of next week.  With any luck, we may have some mail back when we return from our Holiday Break!
Progress Reports are coming home in Friday Folders today.  If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.  Everyone has been working hard in school and has a lot to be proud of!
Hope to see you at the Craft Fair!

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