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Gainesville, Florida, United States
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I have had the pleasure of teaching for four years now at a rural High School in Florida. I currently teach English I Honors and a variety of Drama courses. I have also taught English III (American Lit) for two years and gifted 8th grade Language Arts during my internship (with an emphasis on Shakespeare).
My Drama courses include Introductory Drama, Theatre I, Theatre II, Theatre III Honors, Theatre IV Honors, Technical Theatre, Acting I, and Stage Management and Directing.
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Comparing Author's Purpose with "21 Chump Street" Bundle
This cross-curricular lesson combines musical theatre, journalism, current events and ethics in one engaging and interactive lesson. After comparing a news article about undercover officers busting 31 high school students for selling and buying marijuana to a musical adaptation about one of the students arrested and his alleged entrapment, students will consider how an author's purpose is communicated across this adaptation. Students will also explore how a story can be modified through creati
9th - 12th
Drama, Informational Text, Writing
Hamilton Unit Plan
Please use these plans with the Hamilton Listening Comprehension worksheet. This is a week long unit that introduces the musical, musical motifs, and the songs to advanced drama students.
9th - 12th
Drama, Music
Improv Evaluation Rubric
This rubric assesses students' improv performances. You may use it for a project grade or provide to the class as a peer assessment.
9th - 12th
Drama
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Experience
I have had the pleasure of teaching for four years now at a rural High School in Florida. I currently teach English I Honors and a variety of Drama courses. I have also taught English III (American Lit) for two years and gifted 8th grade Language Arts during my internship (with an emphasis on Shakespeare).
My Drama courses include Introductory Drama, Theatre I, Theatre II, Theatre III Honors, Theatre IV Honors, Technical Theatre, Acting I, and Stage Management and Directing.
Teaching style
Whether in my English Language Arts or Drama lessons I strive to foster creativity, critical thinking, and independence in my students. Through cooperative learning and applying the Gradual Release of Responsibility, students are able to explore the subjects of Literature and Theatre independently, with the security of a safety net in the support found in my lessons.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Santa Fe High School Teacher of the Year (2016)
My own education history
I earned my B.A. in English at the University of Florida and then returned for my M.Ed. in English Education. I am certified in secondary English Language Arts.
Additional biographical information
In addition to my formal education in English, I have been involved in the Theatre Arts for 22 years. Beginning in my Mother's dance classes, I moved on to acting and eventually directing. I have been active within my community's theater for nearly ten years now and I am constantly striving to gain more knowledge in theatre.
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