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, March 13, 2015

Guitars and Ukuleles

It has been another busy week for our class.  We have spent the week practicing addition strategies, problem solving and learning about fact families in Math.  We have been learning more about the writing process during Writer's Workshop and putting that into practice.  During Reader's Workshop we have been practicing strategies for figuring out new words and doing a lot of partner reading.
Cooper's dad visited our classroom this week to share about their family culture of enjoying and playing music.  He brought his guitar and ukuleles (from his recent trip to Hawaii) and talked with us about the differences and similarities of the two instruments. Then he played some songs for us.  Everyone had a great time dancing and listening to the music, and had a good giggle seeing Cooper's dad in a grass skirt and flower in his hair.  A big thank you to Cooper's dad for sharing his music with us!





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