I have been in education for 15+ years as a sub, a long-term sub, second grade teacher, a preschool teacher, a teaching assistant, a fourth grade teacher, and now, an EdTech Coach.
Computer Science Standards of Learning were developed in 2017 for Virginia schools. These cards provide vocabulary from the grade-level standards with an easy-to-understand definition and a visual to help younger students make connections. Have vocabulary words on your bulletin boards or around the room to refer to as you discuss a variety of computer science topics. A few of the vocabulary words are as follows: Troubleshoot, Sensor, Variable, Decompose, Binary, Algorithm, Debug, Program, and m
With Computer Science standards popping up across the nation and devices not always being easily accessible, it's great to have unplugged activities to help students understand the concepts. This product helps students to understand simple coding concepts while moving "Robbie Robot" around. These puzzles use block coding to help a friendly robot move around a grid. This is very similar to some of the educational robots used within classrooms these days that use a grid. Due to the necessary re
Computer Science Standards of Learning were developed in 2017 for Virginia schools. These cards provide vocabulary from the grade-level standards with an easy-to-understand definition and a visual to help younger students make connections. Have vocabulary words on your bulletin boards or around the room to refer to as you discuss a variety of computer science topics. A few of the vocabulary words are as follows: Troubleshoot, Sensor, Variable, Decompose, Binary, and many more. (29 words in all
Computer Science Standards of Learning were developed in 2017 for Virginia schools. These cards provide vocabulary from the grade-level standards with an easy-to-understand definition and a visual to help younger students make connections. Have vocabulary words on your bulletin boards or around the room to refer to as you discuss a variety of computer science topics. A few of the vocabulary words are as follows: Mouse, Keyboard, Digital Citizenship, Algorithm, Sequence, and many more. (22
Computer Science Standards of Learning were developed in 2017 for Virginia schools. These cards provide vocabulary from the grade-level standards with an easy-to-understand definition and a visual to help younger students make connections. Have vocabulary words on your bulletin boards or around the room to refer to as you discuss a variety of computer science topics. A few of the vocabulary words are as follows: Bug, Repeat, Program, Network, Loop, and many more. (34 words in all)To find other
Computer Science Standards of Learning were developed in 2017 for Virginia schools. These cards provide vocabulary from the grade-level standards with an easy-to-understand definition and a visual to help younger students make connections. Have vocabulary words on your bulletin boards or around the room to refer to as you discuss a variety of computer science topics. A few of the vocabulary words are as follows: Algorithm, Bug, Cyberbullying, Decompose, Network, and many more. (34 words in all
Computer Science Standards of Learning were developed in 2017 for Virginia schools. These cards provide vocabulary from the grade-level standards with an easy-to-understand definition and a visual to help younger students make connections. Have vocabulary words on your bulletin boards or around the room to refer to as you discuss a variety of computer science topics. A few of the vocabulary words are as follows: Data, Debug, Digital Citizenship, Hardware, Loop, and many more. (27 words in all)
Computer Science Standards of Learning were developed in 2017 for Virginia schools. These cards provide vocabulary from the grade-level standards with an easy-to-understand definition and a visual to help younger students make connections. Have vocabulary words on your bulletin boards or around the room to refer to as you discuss a variety of computer science topics. A few of the vocabulary words are as follows: Cyberbullying, Debug, Loop, Input, Event, Data, and many more. (27 words in al
Looking for bright berry colors to brighten your technology-rich classroom, check out this Berry Colors Themed Technology Poster set. This product comes with 20 individual technology quotes to motivate students. Print in a regular printer, or use a poster printer to make larger sizes. I left the backgrounds white to try to keep color ink manageable. Use these to decorate the classroom or computer room, or use one weekly to motivate your students and discuss what they mean. This set is technology
Looking for muted rainbow colors to brighten your technology-rich classroom, check out this Mellow Rainbow Themed Technology Poster set. This product comes with 20 individual technology quotes to motivate students. Print in a regular printer, or use a poster printer to make larger sizes. I left the backgrounds white to try to keep color ink manageable. Use these to decorate the classroom or computer room, or use one weekly to motivate your students and discuss what they mean. This set is techno
As states begin moving toward requiring computer science in K-12 schools, many teachers worry about how to do this with limited devices or technology. This set provides three easy (and fun) unplugged activities for teachers to do within the classroom. The first two require no printouts and can be done quickly. Vocabulary cards are also included for use with those lessons. The third lesson requires a printout. It is a little more complicated and could take a little longer. There is also a ch
I have been in education for 15+ years as a sub, a long-term sub, second grade teacher, a preschool teacher, a teaching assistant, a fourth grade teacher, and now, an EdTech Coach.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I have spoken at Inspire Loudoun tech conference, Virginia Children's Engineering Council Conference, and Future of Education Technology Conference. Google Level 2 Educator, VR Spot Certified Educator, Flipgrid Level 2 Educator.
My own education history
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from Grove City College
Master's Degree in Leadership in Education from College of Notre Dame
Additional biographical information
A wife, a mom (to four kids over 17), an educator, an organizer, a gardener, a crafter, a decorator, and a graphic designer.
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