Norman Elementary's New *STAR* Teacher is...
Marcy Hammond
4th Grade
How long have you been teaching?
12 years
What is your best memory?
My best memory of teaching in the 4th grade is
when we take our annual field trip to Ludington Big Sable Point Lighthouse I love it when some of my student’s see Lake Michigan for the first
time, climb the lighthouse to the top and play on the sand dunes. I
love the excitement they show during this trip.
What is your funniest memory?
I love it when my students share funny stories
that happen to them or of things that they have done.
Can you share a best Reading Practice?
I really enjoy
Reading Base Camps. We team up together and are able to target exactly what
each student needs and help them in that area. Every group is working on
different strategies that will increase their fluency and comprehension.
Can you share a best Math Practice?
I differentiate my math lessons. I teach to
the ability and readiness level of my students. They all work on the same
concept, just at different levels.
What advice would you give to someone just going into
the teaching profession?
Learn the likes and the dislikes
of all the students in the classroom. Try to understand the
backgrounds of where the students are coming from. Make connections with the
students on their learning levels, every child is a unique learner.
Marcy-
What a great experience you are giving your students by taking them on the field trip to see one of our great lakes, lighthouses and sand dunes. Fourth Grade always does a fabulous job with their Lighthouse Unit and we all enjoy their lighthouse displays.
Thank you for sharing your memories, best practices and your classroom!
Vicky
I am delighted to see Marcy Hammond featured this week as your *Star* Teacher. She's always been a star in my book. It's been my privilege to visit her classrooms several times as an presenting author. Marcy has the gift of making each student feel special and loved. You can see their enthusiasm in their eyes and you can also see how much they love her and admire her. Her classroom is a safe, uplifting place for each of her students, and they grow and excel under her guidance and care.
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