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Philosophy Assessment T E A C H E R P R O F I L E
<br /> The child's job is to learn, explore, play and give inathematics all without the interruption of bells Standardized tests are given annually and results are
<br /> service and help m others. 'The family is the strong and changing classes hourly. Relevant field erips reviewed with parents. Three farmal student/
<br /> unit that needs to be supported and deeply involved in and community services compliment their class- parent/teacher conferences offer opportunities to set
<br /> the education of their youth. room experience. goals, ask questions, review portfolios of student's '� "� �
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<br /> We believe the teacher is a resource and facilitator � ��, ���w �
<br /> c�ffering informati<�n, skills, daily encourageinent and BaS1C E�CaC�eT111C EXCe1leriCe :��, � � ��
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<br /> Children are encouraged to work to their potential and �� � �ti� ��
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<br /> At this time in a child's life, we believe that by learning fun and exciting. •,l9inn�ton!<a C�exiter t��r rhe��1��rs �-` ���• � ��.�;:
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<br /> working together we can help keep the love of learning Reading, writing, speaking, computer skills and math �•��jvurn i�ay �'enrer ftientur P��r��Frams) ' ;;��
<br /> alive, encourage students to become motivated, are the foundations that students must have for life- •\�lore to com� �� �
<br /> enthusiastic and self-directed learners. Long learning. Each day is filled with dynamic, � �ebOP111 Z�1C�11111ri
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<br /> independent and �roup learning activities, and Ms. Zachman joins Lake Minnetonka
<br /> � �. ��� .� ' �� �� �� exploratory times where all these skills are integrated. ArtS 1riC� MUS1C
<br /> s� � Environmental School this year as Lead
<br /> ��� �"� `� � Mastery is expected. When a sense of accomplishment Our philosophy is one of intensive exploration and Teacher and Director after being employed in
<br /> � � �rtici�ation of the arts. Academic excellence,
<br /> �.-t�vt� � �� �� and pride is combined with a love of learning, there �'` � the Catholic School system for ehe past 20
<br /> '� '" ;�, � are no limits to a child's potential. cultural and personal growth are enhanced thrc�ugh years. Her experience includes working with
<br /> '� � � playing and listenin�to music, art and draina.
<br /> ��� � students Kindergarten ehrough
<br /> Private music/voice lessons are available on site 8th grade, most recently as Challen�e Program
<br /> G1�teCl ariC� T1leriteC� PrOgr�llTl during and after school. Band and ensemble Coordinator at Immaculate
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<br /> The challenge program for high potential students, ��pp�rtunities are available as well. Heart of Mary School, Minnetonka.
<br /> ""� � developed by Deborah Zachman, works-with smalL Partnership with the highly regarded Minnetonka Slie has an M.A. in Gifted and Talenred
<br /> � groups around a subject students choose (e.g. space Center for the Arts, our next door neighbor, enables Education and is a member of the following
<br /> � travel, archaeology, theater, inventions, water yuality, our students to create multi-dimensional art projects rofessional or aniz• ion5: �� '� '�
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<br /> bird survival, government,downhill skiing.) Inquiry such as kites, pottery, sculptures and textiles.
<br /> �.�, .�i. �.�I���.:i(.�uinzcc for survivul an�fun SUpeTViS10II aTllj CU7T1CUlUIT1�CVe10�1IT1eT1C,
<br /> learning, intensive study and research skills, class MN Council for Gifted and Talented; MN
<br /> presentations and field learning are some of the critical educators for Gifted and Talented, and the
<br /> facets to this program. SpOPtS��lyS1Ca1 EC�UCatlOri National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
<br /> IritegrateCl CUrP1CUlU111 The sports program offers a wide variety of physical
<br /> ariC� HariC�S-�ri I,e12 Tllrig education for all levels of students. Classes include "I believe it is important far us to respect each
<br /> IriC]U1Py MetllOCl Of I,e�lPrilrig olf, tennis, basketball, softball, cross countr student's learning profile: learning styles,academic
<br /> At the heart of an inte�rated curriculum is the idea of g y�and
<br /> motivated learning. Studying subjects and issues in The inquiry method of learning is the basis all students downhill skiing, biking, bowling, swimining, strengths and weaknesses, interest areas and
<br /> context, through active problem-solving and work from: askin�questions, using study skills volleyball, roLlerblading,rock climbing and more. �1�nts. Students will be more successful when we
<br /> integrating curriculum is strongly recommended by are able to make curriculum modi 'cations w meet
<br /> (outlining, note taking) writing, researching skills, and fi
<br /> � interviewing cotninunity members. "I have seen every child groau in their excitement and students'needs.
<br /> many of today s educators. Students easily become skill leved through our unique program. Their
<br /> motivated when they ask the questions, seek the Information gathering and presentation expectations enthusiasm to do their best in each activity has LMES is a magical place where a small community
<br /> answers and apply their knowledge. are hi�h. Throu h this individual =rowth, the entire of learners can each be nurtured and guided
<br /> €� � b improved self-confidence for many."
<br /> class benefits by learning from each other. w satisfy ruttural curiosities and become self-
<br /> With strong teacher leadership, students will read, —Nancy Erickson, Phy. Ed. teacher modvated learners."
<br /> write, use computers, integrate history, science and
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