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Kate

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Madera, Pennsylvania, United States
About the store
I had several years experience in adult education before I began 8 years teaching Language Arts and Literature in grades 8-10. During that time I obtained my Master's Degree and Reading Specialist certification. I have spent the last two years working as a Reading Specialist is grades K-6 working with struggling readers as well as gearing lessons in school-wide test prep. I then accepted a position as a high school Literacy Coach for grades 7-12. I have most recently accepted a position as an elementary school principal. What an exciting way to reach hundreds of students each and every day!
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Preview of PSSA Testing Vocabulary Flashcards

PSSA Testing Vocabulary Flashcards

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Kate
Great for students and teachers in grades 1,2,3 who want a quick reference and practice on testing terms necessary to reach proficiency on state testing. Terms include plot, character, author's purpose, synonym, and antonym. Ten pages of terms and definitions/examples on back are included. Great for every classroom. Print them out, laminate, and clip together on a ring for maximum usage.
Preview of PSSA Vocabulary File Folder Game

PSSA Vocabulary File Folder Game

Created by
Kate
Using the terms from grade 1,2,3 PSSA vocabulary, this printable file folder game asks students to roll a die, move along with the game and define or give examples of terms such as plot, character, synonym, antonym. Great for practice for state tests in a fun way. Print out one for each classroom, attach to a file folder and laminate.
Preview of PSSA Elementary Vocabulary Flashcards 1

PSSA Elementary Vocabulary Flashcards 1

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Kate
Appropriate for grades 3-6, these flashcards include terms necessary to reach proficiency on state tests. Terms include simile, metaphor, personification, many more. Definitions and examples are on back of each card. Perfect to print out for use in every classroom. Make sure to also get sets 2 and 3 for all the terms.
Preview of Algebra 1 Keystone Open Response Rubric

Algebra 1 Keystone Open Response Rubric

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Kate
Shows students the 4-3-2-1-0 rubric for grading the written response in a colorful easy to read poster that you will want to hang in every math classroom.
Preview of PSSA Elementary Vocabulary Flashcards 3

PSSA Elementary Vocabulary Flashcards 3

Created by
Kate
Perfect for students amd teachers preparing for state reading tests. Contains important terms, definitions, and examples for extra practice and game use. Set three of three.
Preview of PSSA Elementary Vocabulary Flashcards 2

PSSA Elementary Vocabulary Flashcards 2

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Kate
Important terms for students and teachers to know and use to reach proficiency on state tests. Second in set of three. Be sure to get all three for a complete lst. Front includes term, back of card is definition and example. Perfect for every classroom in your building. Print, copy, laminate, cut, and hook onto a ring binder clip.
Preview of PSSA Vocabulary File Folder Game 2

PSSA Vocabulary File Folder Game 2

Created by
Kate
Uses the words from Flash Card Set 2, this file folder game is ready to print, attach to a folder, laminate, and play. Students are asked to define or give examples of terms in a fun way to review.
Preview of PSSA Vocabulary File Folder Game 3

PSSA Vocabulary File Folder Game 3

Created by
Kate
Using the terms from Flash Cards set 3, this game is ready to print, attach to a folder, laminate, and play. Perfect way to practice terms by using definitions and examples.
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About the store

Experience

I had several years experience in adult education before I began 8 years teaching Language Arts and Literature in grades 8-10. During that time I obtained my Master's Degree and Reading Specialist certification. I have spent the last two years working as a Reading Specialist is grades K-6 working with struggling readers as well as gearing lessons in school-wide test prep. I then accepted a position as a high school Literacy Coach for grades 7-12. I have most recently accepted a position as an elementary school principal. What an exciting way to reach hundreds of students each and every day!

Teaching style

I enjoy student-oriented lessons that are based on inquiry and gear all my lessons on the specific needs and interests of my students I am only a facillitator of student learning.

My own education history

My undergraduate degree is in Secondary Education/English. I then recieved my Master's Degree in the Art of Teaching and obtained my Reading Specialist K-12. I have continued my education and completed my Master's in Educational Leadership. I am currently enrolled in an Ed leadership doctoral program and loving it!

Additional biographical information

I am a busy wife mother of three children, ages 15, 11, and 7. Our focus right now is totally on school and their many after school activities. I know exactly how precious every minute in both during the school day and after. I look for ways to help my teachers make every teachable moment count.