Meet the Teacher
Education
Elementary School: Butler Elementary
High School: Eastside High School, Butler, Indiana 1973
College: Indiana University
Bachelor of Science
Elementary Education 1976
Masters Degree: Elementary Education
Specializing in Reading 1977
Additional Credits: School Administration
Indiana University, Fort Wayne, Indiana
I started my career student teaching in third grade at Ellettsville, Indiana. My first assignment at Butler Elementary was in sixth grade (1977) teaching math, English and reading. I have taught fourth, kindergarten, fifth and sixth (technology), fifth-science and social studies. I was acting librarian for several years. I taught summer school and was the coordinator for a long time. I also taught GED classes at the Butler Public Library. I taught Pre-K for the DeKalb Eastern KIndergarten Jumpstart (2015, 2016).
High School: Eastside High School, Butler, Indiana 1973
College: Indiana University
Bachelor of Science
Elementary Education 1976
Masters Degree: Elementary Education
Specializing in Reading 1977
Additional Credits: School Administration
Indiana University, Fort Wayne, Indiana
I started my career student teaching in third grade at Ellettsville, Indiana. My first assignment at Butler Elementary was in sixth grade (1977) teaching math, English and reading. I have taught fourth, kindergarten, fifth and sixth (technology), fifth-science and social studies. I was acting librarian for several years. I taught summer school and was the coordinator for a long time. I also taught GED classes at the Butler Public Library. I taught Pre-K for the DeKalb Eastern KIndergarten Jumpstart (2015, 2016).
Favorite Places in Butler
Butler Public Library
I was fortunate to be on the Board of Directors when the building was moved from the Carnegie Library on Main Street to its current location.
I have been involved in the KiPS: Kindergarten Prep School (a pre-kindergarten learning experience) 2011-2014, United Way Kindergarten Countdown 2015, and Kindergarten Jumpstart 2016.
Their special programs are fun, entertaining, and educational.
I love to check out books on their online service.
I was fortunate to be on the Board of Directors when the building was moved from the Carnegie Library on Main Street to its current location.
I have been involved in the KiPS: Kindergarten Prep School (a pre-kindergarten learning experience) 2011-2014, United Way Kindergarten Countdown 2015, and Kindergarten Jumpstart 2016.
Their special programs are fun, entertaining, and educational.
I love to check out books on their online service.
Past Experience
B.E.E. Butler Early Education Center
(Formerly the Butler Community Day Care)
I spent many years on the founding Board of Directors. I learned how to paint and caulk as the committee finished the building. I've used those skills often. Although this facility is no longer in operation, it was an important service in Butler for many years.
(Formerly the Butler Community Day Care)
I spent many years on the founding Board of Directors. I learned how to paint and caulk as the committee finished the building. I've used those skills often. Although this facility is no longer in operation, it was an important service in Butler for many years.
Community Service
Southside Park
I volunteered as a school representative. I learned how to shovel wood chips. I also enjoy the park.
I volunteered as a school representative. I learned how to shovel wood chips. I also enjoy the park.
Personal
My Home
I enjoy gardening, especially my flowers. I've learned that some plants take a lot more care than others. I try not to plant those "high maintenance" plants again.
I enjoy gardening, especially my flowers. I've learned that some plants take a lot more care than others. I try not to plant those "high maintenance" plants again.
Other Favorites
My Family
One Husband, One Son, One Daughter, One Grandson, One Brother, One Dog
Mashed Potatoes
Peanut M &M's
TEACHING
I love it when former students say hello to me and tell me about their lives.
One Husband, One Son, One Daughter, One Grandson, One Brother, One Dog
Mashed Potatoes
Peanut M &M's
TEACHING
I love it when former students say hello to me and tell me about their lives.