Seventh Grade
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| Teacher: |
Mrs. Cullina |
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Math – Grades 5,7,8 |
| Education: |
University of Notre Dame, B.A. |
| Experience: |
St. Barnabas |
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St. Christopher’s |
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Annunciata |
| Recognition Award(s): |
Outstanding Teaching Award from St. Ignatius College Prep H.S. |
| Teaching Philosophy: |
Teaching requires that we recognize that “one size does not fit all.” The different learning styles and strengths of each student must be identified and addressed, through the use of a variety of teaching methods and activities. Also, the skills and concepts being taught must be connected to the students’ real world experiences, so that the learning is a continuing process, building from year to year. |
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| Teacher: |
Mrs. Gerk |
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Science, Reading – Grades 7,8 |
| Education: |
St. Xavier College |
| Experience: |
St. Barnabas since 1985 |
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Our Lady of the Ridge, 4 years |
| Recognition Award(s): |
Three Outstanding Teaching Awards from St. Ignatius College Prep H.S., Mt. Carmel Teaching Award, Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers |
| Teaching Philosophy: |
Respect and responsibility are necessary for both teacher and student. Creativity and discovery are important in all aspects of learning. Parents and teachers should work together to support and encourage students. |
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Eighth Grade
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| Teacher: |
Mrs. Shader |
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Social Studies - Grades 6, 7, 8 |
| Education: |
University of Illinois, Chicago, B.A. |
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Governors State University, M.A. |
| Experience: |
St. Barnabas |
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St. Nicholas of Tolentine |
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St. Rita Grade School |
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St. George Bridgeport |
| Recognition Award(s): |
Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers |
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| Teacher: |
Mrs. Thielen |
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Language Arts – Grades 7, 8 |
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Reading – Grade 8 |
| Education: |
Governors State University, B.A. |
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St. Xavier University, Masters of Education |
| Experience: |
St. Barnabas, 5 years |
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Nativity BVM, 5 years |
| Recognition Award(s): |
Nominated for the “Heart of the School Award”, 2000-01, 2001- 02, 2002-03, 2004-05; Nominated and chosen for Cambridge Who’s Who of Executive Professionals and Entrepreneurs |
| Teaching Philosophy: |
As an educator, I try to prepare the whole child to live successfully in our ever-changing society. I try to motivate my students to always believe in themselves and never question that success is possible. |