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With over 27 years of experience in education, I have taught elementary and middle school students, specializing in mathematics. As a National Board Certified Teacher, I collaborate with educators across all grade levels to enhance instructional practices. In recognition of my dedication, I was awarded as a NASA K12 Educator and selected by Microsoft as an Innovative Educator, highlighting my commitment to integrating technology and innovative strategies into the classroom to inspire students and teachers.
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Preview of 2nd Grade Math Common Core 2.G.2 SMART

2nd Grade Math Common Core 2.G.2 SMART

This SMART Notebook lesson teaches students about partitioning a rectangle into rows and columns of same-size squares and count to find the total number of them. This is from the 2nd Grade Standard 2 of the Common Core. This is used to work with 2nd graders on area. Let your students interact with this lesson and create the project at the end of the lesson to make the concept something they will not only understand but be able to apply and create.
Preview of Pumpkin Math Placemats - Using Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin Math Placemats - Using Pumpkin Seeds

Now you have all those pumpkin seeds, what do you do??? This activity uses those pumpkins seeds to reinforce addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Print out the "pumpkin place-mat" and have your students work the math problems out using pumpkin seeds. Print in color on card-stock front to back for years of repeated use. Makes clean up a snap. Also check out the SMART Notebook version for interactivity in the classroom.
Preview of Greater Than Less Than SMART v11 Activity Builder

Greater Than Less Than SMART v11 Activity Builder

**UPDATE** Due to sound issue the file has been recreated. Introduce greater than and less than in your mathematics classroom with this SMART Notebook file. Using the Activity Builder in SMART Notebook 11 students are able to feed an alligator the numbers that answer the math greater then less than question. Students select and drag the number to feed the alligator. If the answer is correct the number will disappear into the alligators mouth. If the number is incorrect the number will return to
Preview of 2nd Grade Math Common Core 2.G.1 SMART

2nd Grade Math Common Core 2.G.1 SMART

This SMART Notebook file examines the Common Core Standard: 2.G.1 Recognize and draw shapes having specified attributes, such as a given number of angles or a given number of equal faces.5 Identify triangles, quadrilaterals, pentagons, and hexagons. The file is divided into 3 teaching sections. 1- learning the vocabulary 2- creation of the shapes based on descriptions 3- interactive vocabulary practice
Preview of Solving Math Word Problems PowerPoint - Posters

Solving Math Word Problems PowerPoint - Posters

Use these PowerPoint slides to help teach the process for solving word problems in mathematics. The slides can also be printed and used as posters for around the classroom, in your math center, or as handouts in a notebook.
Preview of Square Numbers - Square Root Chart to 20

Square Numbers - Square Root Chart to 20

Students sometimes need a quick reference sheet in their notebooks when working math problems and calculators are not readily accessible. When working on homework, make this sheet readily available to your students. All the squares and square roots of numbers 1 to 20 are listed. Print it as a poster and display in your room. Incorporate the chart into an upcoming lesson.
Preview of Integer Addition 15 to -15 Problems

Integer Addition 15 to -15 Problems

This set of problems includes ten pages of problems and ten pages with the answer key. Use these for classwork, homework, quizzes, or assessments. I use different sets in the classroom for variety. I also mix it up by having students work together on two different sheets, then trade and grade each other by working out the problems. Once they are satisfied they have both sheets graded and corrected they can turn it in as a teamwork grade.
Preview of Math Sorting - We Are One Community

Math Sorting - We Are One Community

Engage your students in understanding their role within your classroom community, both as individuals and as team members, with this math sorting activity. Sorting, a key concept found throughout the Common Core Standards, is used creatively in this exercise to help students grasp these important ideas while meeting your educational objectives. In this activity, students create paper versions of themselves, which are then added to a larger group representing the entire classroom community. Throu
Preview of Pumpkin Math SMART Notebook - Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin Math SMART Notebook - Pumpkin Seeds

So many pumpkin seeds, now what??? Use this interactive SMART Notebook file to work on basic math processes with your students. Students solve the problems you give using their pumpkin seeds on their place-mats. Then come to the SMART Board and using the infinitely cloned pumpkin seed, he/she can show how to solve the problem. My students love the interactivity of this lesson.
Preview of Solving Math Word Problems PDF - Posters

Solving Math Word Problems PDF - Posters

Use these PDF pages to help teach the process for solving word problems in mathematics. The pages can also be printed and used as posters for around the classroom, in your math center, or as handouts in a notebook.
Preview of Multiplying and Dividing Integers - Problem Sets

Multiplying and Dividing Integers - Problem Sets

This pack includes six pages of problems that can be used for classroom activities, homework, or assessment. The pages can be used together or separately. This is also included in the Multiplying and Dividing Integer bundle.
Preview of Add and Subtract Integers - Interactive Notes

Add and Subtract Integers - Interactive Notes

The "Add and Subtract Integers" interactive notes include a variety of interactive exercises designed to help students practice adding and subtracting integers. The worksheet features a combination of problems involving positive and negative numbers and opportunities for students to work through problems requiring integer operations. With clear instructions and helpful examples, this worksheet offers an engaging way for students to reinforce their understanding of adding and subtracting integers
Preview of Word Problem Strategies Poster

Word Problem Strategies Poster

Use this PDF to create a word problem strategy poster. Print the file, and students can add the sheet to their notebooks. Use this file in your Interactive Whiteboard presentations to review strategies for solving word problems. Print on a poster machine and use in the classroom.
Preview of Add Subtract Like Fractions Interactive Notes

Add Subtract Like Fractions Interactive Notes

Handout for students when learning about Adding and Subtracting Like Fractions. As you teach the students can fill in the notes page. This can then be added to notebooks as a study aid.
Preview of Math Indicator Words Poster - PowerPoint

Math Indicator Words Poster - PowerPoint

Use this PowerPoint file to create posters for you students to help them better solve word problems. Students need to know the indicator words that help them perform the correct operation when solving problems. This PowerPoint can be used to introduce the words to students. Printed and passed out as handouts for notebooks, or turned ni to posters to display on the wall/bulletin board. Because this is a PowerPoint file, you can add additional words your state/country may use.
Preview of Multiplying and Dividing Integers Practice Sheet

Multiplying and Dividing Integers Practice Sheet

Printable worksheet for multiplying and dividing integers.
Preview of After School Club Info Sheet (math)

After School Club Info Sheet (math)

This is an after school information sheet we use for our mathematics club. It is a Word document so you can freely edit the questions to fit your club's needs. We have started using Xbox with our students and the Edmodo Social Network site, these questions are reflected on this form.
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Experience

With over 27 years of experience in education, I have taught elementary and middle school students, specializing in mathematics. As a National Board Certified Teacher, I collaborate with educators across all grade levels to enhance instructional practices. In recognition of my dedication, I was awarded as a NASA K12 Educator and selected by Microsoft as an Innovative Educator, highlighting my commitment to integrating technology and innovative strategies into the classroom to inspire students and teachers.

Teaching style

My teaching style fosters a hands-on, project-based learning environment where students actively engage with the material. While delivering content is essential, it is equally important to create opportunities for students to make their own discoveries, encouraging deeper understanding and critical thinking. I am passionate about technology and integrate it whenever possible to enhance learning, using digital tools to create interactive and dynamic experiences that connect students to real-world applications. This approach not only builds foundational knowledge but also empowers students to become independent learners.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Master in Curriculum and Instruction National Board Certified Teacher Microsoft Innovative Teacher 2012 NASA NEW K-6 Recipient

My own education history

I continue to take as many professional development classes as possible. I share with the teachers I work with the great ideas that are available to them.

Additional biographical information

I am a mother of 2 boys and married to a wonderful husband who teaches middle school math.