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This will be my 20th year as a teacher. I have taught grades 4-6 primarily. My focus has been on fifth and sixth grade math and reading. I am a gifted intervention specialist and regular gen ed classroom teacher.
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Preview of All About Me Math Project (Aligns to the Number System)

All About Me Math Project (Aligns to the Number System)

This project is something I do during our very first unit in 6th grade, which is the Number System for us. There are 3 different levels included to use with gifted to low students. You can edit as needed as well. The students create a poster or book answering the questions listed for their level. Each question has a specific standard that is addressed in order to show their answer. The project includes how I use it, my introduction to the students, and the 3 levels of complexity as well as
Preview of Jenga Review Decimal Operations

Jenga Review Decimal Operations

I use this product with the game Jenga (or a tumbling towers game). This could also be used as a review worksheet or even an assessment. This could be used in a center or in groups as well. My students absolutely love when we do this review for any test or concept. The product includes 48 review problems over decimal operations, as well as additional problems if needed. It also includes an answer key for review or grading purposes.
Preview of Common Core Percents/Prices Activity

Common Core Percents/Prices Activity

This activity is aligned to sixth grade common core standards dealing with finding sales price, original price and percent of a number (there are even a few questions that can deal with unit rate and proportion use). There are I can statements at the top to show the objectives covered. There is a grid where students basically get to choose the questions they want to complete. They must choose questions from each category that add up to 10 points. There are some questions that are worth more
Preview of Decimal Ops QR Code Scavenger Hunt

Decimal Ops QR Code Scavenger Hunt

This is a scavenger hunt using QR Codes based on decimal operations. The students scan the QR code and read the word problem. They solve the word problem and find the answer around the room, which will lead them to scan another problem. This is a great way to review all 4 decimal operations, word problems, and incorporate technology. There is a sheet for the students to record their answers and an answer key is included. This aligns with the 5th and 6th grade common core math standards on de
Preview of Common Core Number System Checkpoint Bundle

Common Core Number System Checkpoint Bundle

Checkpoints are my version of quick formative assessments to see if students understand a concept. There is an I can statement listed at the top to show the standard the assessment covers and there is also a place at the top to mark whether the student is proficient or not proficient. Each assessment is worth 10 points to show quick mastery or not. There are 12 checkpoints included with this bundle covering the entire strand of CCSS of 6.NS.1 - 6.NS.8. These checkpoints are more rigorous than
Preview of Decimal Operations Create Your Own Story Problem Packet

Decimal Operations Create Your Own Story Problem Packet

This is a packet aligned with the 5th grade common core standards dealing with adding and subtracting decimals. (It could be adapted and used with any concept). There are I can statements listed at the top. Directions for the task are also listed, as well as a section to brainstorm ideas together to get the students started. The students write 6 story problems of their own dealing with adding and subtracting decimals. They must then create an answer key to their problems. They will trade wi
Preview of 5th Grade Common Core Decimals Checkpoint

5th Grade Common Core Decimals Checkpoint

Checkpoints are my version of formative mini assessments. They allow me to take a quick glance on whether students know the material or not after we have worked on it. These checkpoints are aligned and focus on the common core standards dealing with adding and subtracting decimals. They each have the student friendly I can statements at the top and have a place to mark whether the student is proficient or nonproficient.
Preview of Fractions/Decimals/Percents Checkpoint

Fractions/Decimals/Percents Checkpoint

This is a checkpoint based on converting fractions, decimals, and percents which is skill your kids need to know for the common core. Checkpoints are just mini formative assessments to get a quick glimpse whether your students know the material. There is an I can statement at the top as well as a spot to mark proficiency. There are a few story problems as well as a table.
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Experience

This will be my 20th year as a teacher. I have taught grades 4-6 primarily. My focus has been on fifth and sixth grade math and reading. I am a gifted intervention specialist and regular gen ed classroom teacher.

Teaching style

I have very high expectations for my students and implement those through challenging and rigorous tasks that align with the common core. I am very hands on and focus on interactive ideas in my classroom. I integrate 21st century skills as much as possible in order to help my students learn!

Awards & shining teacher moments

I have been nominated 3 years for Barnes and Noble Teacher of the Year award by past students, which has been a great honor as well as Ohio Teacher of the Year.

My own education history

I graduated from Ashland University with a Bachelor's Degree in Middle Grades Math, Reading and Language Arts. I then obtained my Master's Degree from Bowling Green State University in Gifted Education. I also have my endorsement in Social Studies and Science and just finished my Doctorate in k-12 leadership.

Additional biographical information

I have been in the same school district for 18 years now and love my job! I have 2 wonderful children and a great husband that support my career!