The 1st grade team at Horace Mann is a lively one, with two homeroom teachers (Patti Cramer & Julie Harkness), a shared intervention specialist (Jen Frank), shared educational assistant (Marie Banak) and shared student teacher (Samantha Vidnovic). Throw in collaboration with CHAMPS teachers, Ellen McCafferty (SLP) and other related service providers, and you've got a party! In particular, this team stands out for their teamwork. Not only do they plan and TBT together, but they also co-teach everything from math to reading workshop book clubs (yes, book clubs in 1st grade!). Their efforts have a phenomenal effect on student learning, and lead to satisfaction and fun for adults all the while. Check out this recent book club video of Farouq, Elliot, and Brigid:
Moving on to Grade 2, the spotlight shines on long-time teammates Anne Carney and Patty Wynne. Their conscientious work ethic shows in the gains their students make in all subject areas. Additionally, Horace Mann students are succeeding behaviorally in 2nd grade, and their teachers consistently make time to allow students to access privileges on our PBIS reward menu. Here are pictures of Leom reading to his first grade teacher's class (in the comfy chair, of course) and a Violet reading to our therapy dog, Stan (he comes to school each Thursday).
Keep up the great work, Horace Mann :)
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