Marsha Thompson [3rd and 4th grade teacher]

3rd/4th Grade
Marsha Thompson
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Kids learn lots of great social skills in a multi-age classroom.

I love working at Mountain School and am so excited about the opportunity to work in a multiage classroom. I believe that a multiage classroom is one where teaching strategies and learning opportunities are based on the whole child. Children are given time to learn from play and are encouraged to actively manipulate materials. Art is integrated into the lessons and children have input into what they will be learning. The learning rates and styles of each child are considered in the lessons and activities. Previous experiences, prior knowledge and interests of students are honored and applied to learning opportunities. This environment will allow students to feel accepted and safe to express ideas and opinions and stimulated to take risks and to learn to their potential.

My goal is to make learning challenging and rewarding. I enjoy and welcome parent participation. Teacher, student, and parent make a powerful team.

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I have a B.S. in elementary education from the University of New Mexico and a M.Ed. in special education from the University of Washington. I continue to take classes whenever I have the time. I enjoy interacting with and learning from other teachers. I have also achieved National Board Certification. The requirements for this certificate involved putting together three portfolios in different subject areas as well as one on professional development and cooperation. The academic portfolios had to demonstrate in depth planning to achieve desired learning outcomes and thoughtful reflection that inspired meaningful changes to instruction. A few of my passions include putting on plays with my students and helping our first grade teacher Gina Andress with Running Club. This will be my 13th year teaching at Mountain School.

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