I just finished my 11th year in the classroom! I taught STEM at the middle school level for 9 years and have been teaching AP CSP, Technical Writing, and Personal Finance at the high school for the past 2 years.
I've created 10 comprehensive first-day lesson plans for your Exploring Computer Science class. Each lesson is designed to: Introduce fundamental CS concepts in engaging, hands-on waysBuild excitement about technology and programmingAccommodate different skill levels and learning stylesCreate a collaborative classroom environmentConnect CS to real-world applications and careers Key Features: Variety of Activities:Active Learning: Escape rooms, relay races, speed datingCreative Projects: AI art,
Show students how relevant technical writing is with this comprehensive 50-minute technical writing extension activity called "The Communication Crisis Challenge" that should work great for your high school technical writing class. What Makes This Activity Special: Real-World RelevanceStudents solve actual workplace communication problemsThree authentic crisis scenarios (software instructions, safety protocols, customer portal)Connects directly to career skills they'll need Core Technical
Interactive Sensor App – Lesson Bundle DescriptionOverview:This bundle provides a complete 90-minute classroom activity integrating Code.org's App Lab (Maker Toolkit) with the Adafruit Circuit Playground Express (CPX) to introduce students to physical computing and real-time sensor interaction. Students create interactive apps that respond to real-world stimuli—like sound, light, temperature, and motion—using code they design themselves. Included in the Bundle: Teacher Lesson Plan A detail
Students needing extra practice utilizing lists? Use this lists computer science worksheet comprehensive extension activity that builds on Code.org's CSP lists lesson. The worksheet includes: Key Features:Progressive difficulty from basic review to advanced applicationsReal-world scenarios like survey analysis, grade management, and playlist creationAlgorithm design practice with pseudocode and implementationCritical thinking through data filtering and trend analysisCreative application where st
I'm so excited to share a comprehensive 50-minute extension activity for Code.org's CSP U4L10 on FUNCTIONS! Complete Package Includes:1. Detailed Lesson PlanMinute-by-minute breakdown of all 50 minutes5 distinct phases with clear teacher and student actionsBuilt-in assessment checkpoints and differentiation strategiesEngaging "Function Detective Agency" theme throughout2. Student WorksheetsCase #1: Mystery function analysis with step-by-step tracingCase #2: Debugging challenge with temperature
I've created comprehensive lesson plans for TEN first-day activities for your high school creative writing class. Each lesson plan includes:Clear objectivesDuration (ranging from 30-45 minutes)Complete materials listsStep-by-step instructions with specific timingAssessment strategiesDifferentiation options for various learning needsThe lessons are designed to:Build classroom community from day oneIntroduce key creative writing concepts in engaging waysAllow students to express their creativity
9th - 12th
Creative Writing, Other (ELA), Writing
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Experience
I just finished my 11th year in the classroom! I taught STEM at the middle school level for 9 years and have been teaching AP CSP, Technical Writing, and Personal Finance at the high school for the past 2 years.
Teaching style
Extremely student-centered with lessons that appeal to a variety of different learning types. I enjoy hands-on activities that promote higher-level learning.
Awards & shining teacher moments
2018-2019 Middle School Teacher of the Year
2020 - 2021 Rural District Teacher of the Year
2024 - 2025 District Teacher of the Year
My own education history
Bachelor's Degree 2011
Master's Degree 2012
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