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I have been teaching 5th grade for 15 years at SyCamore. Before that, I taught middle school for 5 years. I love being a teacher. I grew up in Collierville and attended the University of Memphis for my Bachelors degree. I have a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University. I love my children dearly (at home and at school). I also like to shop, spend time with my family, work around my house, and eat out with friends.
I have been teaching 5th grade for 15 years at SyCamore. Before that, I taught middle school for 5 years. I love being a teacher. I grew up in Collierville and attended the University of Memphis for my Bachelors degree. I have a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University. I love my children dearly (at home and at school). I also like to shop, spend time with my family, work around my house, and eat out with friends.
Posts
March 2-6
SyCamore Events of the Week – Week B
Monday, March 2 – Case 21 Benchmark Testing Window Opens- Math- Lessons 25 & 26
Tuesday, March 3 – Voting at SES (gym closed – Coaches will communicate plans to teachers.) Math- Lessons 27 & 28
Wednesday, March 4 – Library Closed due to district meeting Math- Lessons 29 & 30
Thursday, March 5 – Domino’s Night; Wear green to support the Robotics team heading to the state tournament Math- Lesson 31
Friday, March 6 – Spirit Day Math- Quiz- Lessons 25-31
Reminders
*Our See Memphis field trip is quickly approaching. Please remember to send in the permission slip and $40 if you haven't already done so.
Looking Ahead
March 12 – Dress Down for Down Syndrome ($1 to wear pajamas to raise money for DSAM); CEF Trivia Night
March 13 – Mornin’ with Mom at 8:00am in the cafeteria
March 16 – 20: Spring Break
March 23 – 31: Star Spring Assessment Window
April 2 – Kindergarten Kickoff at 5:30pm; Domino’s Night
April 7 – PTA Meeting at 6:00pm
April 10 – Good Friday (no school)
April 28 – We Are the World (moved to April)
May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11- 13: Field Days (K/1 on 11th; 2/3 on 12th; 4/5 on 13th)
May 14 – Fine Arts Night
May 18 – 5th Grade Ceremony at 9:30am
May 19 – Kindergarten Celebration at 9:30am
May 22 – ½ day for students
Week of Feb. 24-28
SyCamore Events for the Week
Monday, February 24 – Math- Module 4 lesson 21; Science- Ancient & Modern Animals
Tuesday, February 25 – Middle School Visit- Open House 6:00 pm- Math- Module 4 lesson 22; Science- Ancient & Modern Animals
Wednesday, February 26 – Math- Module 4 lesson 23; Science- Ancient & Modern Animals
Thursday, February 27 – Spring Pictures (3rd – 5th); Battle of the Books at 5:15pm at WCMS; Math- Module 4 lesson 24; Science- Ancient & Modern Animals
Friday, February 28 – Math- QUIZ-Module 4 lessons 21-24; Science- Ancient & Modern Animals
Saturday, February 29 – Chorus Lion sings at the Memphis Hustle basketball game at the Landers Center at 7:00pm
Reminders
**SEE Memphis Field Trip permission slips and $40 need o be returned
Looking Ahead
March 2 – 9: Case 21 Spring Benchmark
March 5 – Domino’s Night; PD & Popcorn
March 12 – Dress Down for Down Syndrome ($1 to wear pajamas to raise money for DSAM); CEF Trivia Night
March 13 – Mornin’ with Mom at 8:00am in the cafeteria
March 16 – 20: Spring Break
March 23 – 31: Star Spring Assessment Window
April 2 – Kindergarten Kickoff at 5:30pm; Domino’s Night
April 7 – PTA Meeting at 6:00pm
April 10 – Good Friday (no school)
April 28 – We Are the World (moved to April)
May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11- 13: Field Days (K/1 on 11th; 2/3 on 12th; 4/5 on 13th)
May 14 – Fine Arts Night
May 18 – 5th Grade Ceremony at 9:30am
May 19 – Kindergarten Celebration at 9:30am
May 22 – ½ day for students
Feb 18-21
SyCamore Events for the Week
Monday, February 17 – PD Day for certified staff; President’s Day holiday for students
Tuesday, February 18 – Math- Module 4 lessons 17 & 18, Science- Rock Patterns
Wednesday, February 19 – Math- Module 4 lesson 19, Science- Rock Patterns
Thursday, February 20 – Math- Module 4 lesson 20, Science- Rock Patterns
Friday, February 21 – Permission slip for CMS visit is due. Math- Module 4 lessons 17-20 QUIZ, Science- Rock Patterns
Reminders
Tuesday, Feb. 25th- Middle School Visit- CMS Open House 6:00-7:30 pm
Looking Ahead
February 26 – Author Visit in the library for K and 1st at 2:10pm
February 26-27: Spring Pictures
February 27 – Battle of the Books at 5:15pm at WCMS
February 29 – Chorus Lion sings at the Memphis Hustle basketball game at the Landers Center at 7:00pm
March 2 – 9: Case 21 Spring Benchmark
March 5 – Domino’s Night
March 12 – Dress Down for Down Syndrome ($1 to wear pajamas to raise money for DSAM); CEF Trivia Night
March 13 – Mornin’ with Mom at 8:00am in the cafeteria
March 16 – 20: Spring Break
March 27 – We Are the World
March 23 – 31: Star Spring Assessment Window
April 10 – Good Friday (no school)
May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11- 13: Field Days (K/1 on 11th; 2/3 on 12th; 4/5 on 13th)
May 14 – Fine Arts Night
May 18 – 5th Grade Ceremony at 9:30am
May 19 – Kindergarten Celebration at 9:30am
May 22 – ½ day for students
Space Test Study Guide
Test on Thursday, Feb. 13th.
Feb. 10-14
❤️❤️**Be kind, be nice, be sweet,
be ready for the week** ❤️❤️
SyCamore Events for the Week – WEEK A
Monday, February 10 – Math- Module 4 lessons 13 & 14- Science- SPACE Study Guide
Tuesday, February 11 – Be Internet Awesome Night by PTA from 5:30pm – 7:00pm Math- Module 4 lesson 15- Science- SPACE Study Guide
Wednesday, February 12 – Math- Module 4 lesson 16- Science- SPACE Study Guide
Thursday, February 13 – Math- Module 4 lesson 17- Science- SPACE TEST
Friday, February 14 – ½ day for students; Career on Wheels for PreK, K, and 1st; Valentine treats/card exchange; Junior Beta Club Inductions at 9:15am in the cafeteria; 4th and 5th grades attend; Parent Conferences from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Monday, February 17 – Professional Development Day (no school for students)
Looking Ahead
February 26 – Author Visit in the library for K and 1st at 2:10pm
February 26-27: Spring Pictures
February 27 – Battle of the Books at 5:15pm at WCMS
February 29 – Chorus Lion sings at the Memphis Hustle basketball game at the Landers Center at 7:00pm
March 5 – Domino’s Night
March 12 – Dress Down for Down Syndrome ($1 to wear pajamas to raise money for DSAM)
March 13 – Mornin’ with Mom at 8:00am in the cafeteria
March 16 – 20: Spring Break
March 27 – We Are the World
April 10 – Good Friday (no school)
May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11- 13: Field Days (K/1 on 11th; 2/3 on 12th; 4/5 on 13th)
May 14 – Fine Arts Night
May 18 – 5th Grade Ceremony at 9:30am
May 19 – Kindergarten Celebration at 9:30am
May 22 – ½ day for students
Feb. 3-7
SyCamore Events for the Week
Monday, February 3 – Math- Module 4 lesson 10/ Science- Present Planet Projects
Tuesday, February 4 – PTA Meeting at 6:00pm in the cafeteria; 2nd grade performance-Math- Module 4 lesson 11/ Science- Present Planet Projects
Wednesday, February 5 – Math- Module 4 lesson 12/ Science- Present Planet Projects
Thursday, February 6 – Domino’s Night- Math- QUIZ-Module 4 lessons 11-12/ Science- Present Planet Projects
Friday, February 7 – Math- Module 4 lesson 13/ Science- Present Planet Projects
Reminders
* We are collecting See Memphis Field Trip permission slips and $.
Looking Ahead
February 10 – 14: Random Acts of Kindness Week
February 11 – Be Internet Awesome Night by PTA from 5:30pm – 7:00pm
February 14 – ½ day for students; Career on Wheels for PreK, K, and 1st; Valentine treats/card exchange; Parent Conferences from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
February 14 – Junior Beta Club Inductions at 9:15am in the cafeteria; 4th and 5th grades attend
February 17 – Professional Development Day (no school for students)
February 26 – Author Visit in the library for K and 1st at 2:10pm
February 26-27: Spring Pictures
February 27 – Battle of the Books at 5:15pm at WCMS
February 29 – Chorus Lion sings at the Memphis Hustle basketball game at the Landers Center at 7:00pm
March 5 – Domino’s Night
March 12 – Dress Down for Down Syndrome ($1 to wear pajamas to raise money for DSAM)
March 13 – Mornin’ with Mom at 8:00am in the cafeteria
March 16 – 20: Spring Break
March 27 – We Are the World
April 10 – Good Friday (no school)
May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11- 13: Field Days (K/1 on 11th; 2/3 on 12th; 4/5 on 13th)
May 14 – Fine Arts Night
May 18 – 5th Grade Ceremony at 9:30am
May 19 – Kindergarten Celebration at 9:30am
May 22 – ½ day for students
January 27-31
Here is the weekly update information.
SyCamore Events for the Week – Week A
Monday, January 27 – Math- Module 4 lesson 6
Tuesday, January 28 – Math- Module 4 lesson 7
PTA Meeting at 6:00pm – 2nd grade performs; Tenure Reception at 5:30pm at CHS
Wednesday, January 29 – Math- Module 4 lesson 8Geography Bee at 2:30pm in the cafeteria
Thursday, January 30 – Math- Module 4 lesson 9
Friday, January 31 – Math- Quiz on Module 4 lessons 6-9
Reminders
*SEE MEMPHIS Field trip permission slips and $40 due March 13th.
Looking Ahead
February 11 – Be Internet Awesome Night by PTA (more details to come)
February 14 – ½ day for students; Career on Wheels for PreK, K, and 1st; Valentine treats/card exchange; Parent Conferences from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
February 17 – Professional Development Day (no school for students)
February 26 – Author Visit in the library for K and 1st at 2:10pm
February 26-27: Spring Pictures
February 27 – Battle of the Books at 5:15pm at WCMS
February 29 – Chorus Lion sings at the Memphis Hustle basketball game at the Landers Center at 7:00pm
March 5 – Domino’s Night
March 12 – Dress Down for Down Syndrome ($1 to wear pajamas to raise money for DSAM)
March 13 – Mornin’ with Mom at 8:00am in the cafeteria
March 16 – 20: Spring Break
March 27 – We Are the World; Lion’s Pride Breakfast by 2nd, 5th, and BASE
April 10 – Good Friday (no school)
May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11- 13: Field Days (K/1 on 11th; 2/3 on 12th; 4/5 on 13th)
May 14 – Fine Arts Night
May 18 – 5th Grade Ceremony at 9:30am
May 19 – Kindergarten Celebration at 9:30am
May 22 – ½ day for students
Jan. 21-24
SyCamore Events for the Week
Monday, January 20 – No school in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
Tuesday, January 21 – Math- Module 4 lesson 4
Wednesday, January 22 - Math- Module 4 lesson 6
Thursday, January 23 – Math- QUIZ- Module 4 lessons 2-5
Friday, January 24 – Spirit Day = Jeans + 38017 shirt
Sunday, January 26 – Chorus Lion sings at the Grizzlies game at 5:00pm at the FedEx Forum
Reminders
*We will print report cards again for students on blue paper. They will be sent home in Wednesday folders.
Looking Ahead
January 28 – PTA Meeting at 6:00pm – 2nd grade performs
January 29 – Geography Bee at 2:30 in the cafeteria
February 11 – Be Internet Awesome Night by PTA (more details to come)
February 14 – ½ day for students; Career on Wheels for PreK, K, and 1st; Valentine treats/card exchange; Parent Conferences from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
February 17 – Professional Development Day (no school for students)
February 26 – Author Visit in the library for K and 1st at 2:10pm
February 26-27: Spring Pictures
February 27 – Battle of the Books at 5:15pm at WCMS
February 29 – Chorus Lion sings at the Memphis Hustle basketball game at the Landers Center at 7:00pm
March 5 – Domino’s Night
March 12 – Dress Down for Down Syndrome ($1 to wear pajamas to raise money for DSAM)
March 13 – Mornin’ with Mom at 8:00am in the cafeteria
March 16 – 20: Spring Break
March 27 – We Are the World
April 10 – Good Friday (no school)
April 24 – Lion’s Pride Breakfast by 1st and Office
May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11- 13: Field Days (K/1 on 11th; 2/3 on 12th; 4/5 on 13th)
May 14 – Fine Arts Night
May 18 – 5th Grade Ceremony at 9:30am
May 19 – Kindergarten Celebration at 9:30am
May 22 – ½ day for students
Universe Notes (test Friday)
Students were given the study guide on Jan. 9th. They should have these notes in the science section of their binder. (Inner planets, Outer planets, Stars)
Test is on Jan. 17th.
Weekly Update Jan 13-17
SyCamore Events for the Week – WEEK A
*Monday, January 13 – Math- Begin Module 4 lesson 1 Science- Planet Study Guide (Test Friday)
*Tuesday, January 14 – Math- Finish Module 4 lesson 1 Science- Planet Study Guide (Test Friday)
*Wednesday, January 15 – Math- Quiz Module 4 lesson 1 Science- Planet Study Guide (Test Friday)
*Thursday, January 16 – Math- Begin Module 4 lesson 2 Science- Planet Study Guide (Test Friday)
*Friday, January 17 – Report Card grades are live in PowerSchool for parents. Math- Begin Module 4 lesson 3 Science- Planet Test
*Monday, January 20 – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – no school
Looking Ahead
January 26 – Chorus Lion sings at the Grizzlies game at 5:00pm at the FedEx Forum
January 28 – PTA Meeting at 6:00pm – 2nd grade performs
January 29 – Geography Bee at 2:30 in the cafeteria
February 11 – Be Internet Awesome Night by PTA (more details to come)
February 14 – ½ day for students; Career on Wheels for PreK, K, and 1st; Valentine treats/card exchange; Parent Conferences from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
February 17 – Professional Development Day (no school for students)
February 26-27: Spring Pictures
February 27 – Battle of the Books at 5:15pm at WCMS
February 29 – Chorus Lion sings at the Memphis Hustle basketball game at the Landers Center at 7:00pm
March 5 – Domino’s Night
March 12 – Dress Down for Down Syndrome ($1 to wear pajamas to raise money for DSAM)
March 13 – Mornin’ with Mom at 8:00am in the cafeteria
March 16 – 20: Spring Break
March 27 – We Are the World
April 10 – Good Friday (no school)
May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11- 13: Field Days (K/1 on 11th; 2/3 on 12th; 4/5 on 13th)
May 14 – Fine Arts Night
May 18 – 5th Grade Ceremony at 9:30am
May 19 – Kindergarten Celebration at 9:30am
May 22 – ½ day for students
Jan. 6-10
SyCamore Events for the Week
Monday, January 6 – No school
Tuesday, January 7 – Students return from the Holiday Break! Math- Review lessons 8,9,10
Wednesday, January 8 – Math lesson 11
Thursday, January 9 – Math lesson 12
Friday, January 10 – Spirit Day Math Quiz Module 3 Topic C Lessons 8-12
Looking Ahead
January 20 – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – no school
January 28 – PTA Meeting at 6:00pm – 2nd grade performs
January 29 – Geography Bee at 2:15 in the cafeteria
February 11 – Be Internet Awesome Night by PTA (more details to come)
February 14 – ½ day for students; Career on Wheels for PreK, K, and 1st; Valentine treats/card exchange; Parent Conferences from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
February 17 – Professional Development Day (no school for students)
February 26 – Author Visit in the library for K and 1st at 2:10pm
February 26-27: Spring Pictures
March 12 – Dress Down for Down Syndrome ($1 to wear pajamas to raise money for DSAM)
March 13 – Mornin’ with Mom
March 16 – 20: Spring Break
March 27 – We Are the World
April 10 – Good Friday (no school)
April 24 – Lion’s Pride Breakfast by 1st and Office
May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11- 13: Field Days (K/1 on 11th; 2/3 on 12th; 4/5 on 13th)
May 14 – Fine Arts Night
May 18 – 5th Grade Ceremony at 9:30am
May 19 – Kindergarten Celebration at 9:30am
May 22 – ½ day for students
Dec. 16-20
Remember – it’s a Holiday Spirit Week!
SyCamore Events for the Week – WEEK A
Monday, December 16 – No events
Tuesday, December 17 – Spelling Bee at 9:15am in the cafeteria (grades 3-5); Holiday Concert and Sing-a-long by Chorus Lion at 6:00pm
Wednesday, December 18 – No events
Thursday, December 19 – Holiday Party at 2:30- Parents are welcome to attend
Friday, December 20 – Pajama Day; Q2 Ends; Neon Dance Party (PreK -2nd from 9:20 - 9:50; 3rd – 5th from 10:10 – 10:40); Half day for students – Dismissal at 12:15pm
Looking Ahead
January 7 – Students return from the Holiday Break!
January 20 – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – no school
January 29 – Geography Bee at 2:15 in the cafeteria
February 4 – PTA Meeting at 6:00pm
February 14 – ½ day for students; Career on Wheels for PreK, K, and 1st; Valentine treats/card exchange; Parent Conferences from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
February 17 – Professional Development Day (no school for students)
February 26 – Author Visit in the library for K and 1st at 2:10pm
February 26-27: Spring Pictures
March 12 – Dress Down for Down Syndrome ($1 to wear pajamas to raise money for DSAM)
March 13 – Mornin’ with Mom
March 16 – 20: Spring Break
March 27 – We Are the World
April 10 – Good Friday (no school)
May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 11- 13: Field Days (K/1 on 11th; 2/3 on 12th; 4/5 on 13th)
May 14 – Fine Arts Night
May 18 – 5th Grade Ceremony at 9:30am
May 19 – Kindergarten Celebration at 9:30am
May 22 – ½ day for students
Dec. 9-13
SyCamore Events for the Week – WEEK B
Monday, December 9 – Holiday socks- Math- Module 3 lesson 4
Tuesday, December 10 – Holiday accessories- Math- Module 3 lesson 5
Wednesday, December 11 – RED or GREEN top- Angel Gifts due- Math- Module 3 lesson 6
Thursday, December 12 – Holiday Hat- Career Fair for Grades 2nd– 5th from 12:00pm – 3:30pm-Math- Module 3 lesson 7
Friday, December 13 – Festive Friday- CMS Holiday Band Concert at 9:15am in the gym; School-wide Holiday Concert at 2:45pm in the café-Math- Module 3 lesson 4-7 Quiz
Saturday, December 14 – Chorus Lion performance on the Square at 11:30am
Looking Ahead
December 17 – Spelling Bee at 9:15am in the cafeteria; Holiday Concert and Sing-a-long by Chorus Lion at 6:00pm
December 19 – 5th grade Holiday Party- 2:30
December 20 – Pajama Day; Q2 Ends; Half day for students
