All About Mrs. Shock

Welcome to third grade! I am very excited for this year and starting my 6th year at Eagle Ridge Elementary. Before moving to Eagle Ridge I taught at Coyote Creek Elementary, in Highlands Ranch, for 12 years. During my 20 years of teaching,  I have taught second grade for one year, third grade for 10 years, 5th grade for 4 years, and first grade for 4 years. Several years ago, I was honored to receive the Elementary Educator of the Year award and my previous teammates and I received the Pioneers in Education award. I have learned through my experience how much I love 3rd grade.

Here is a little information about myself...

 I am a Colorado native and my entire family live around Denver so we see each other a lot.

Before teaching I attended the University of Michigan. After four amazing years there I graduated with a degree in Elementary Education. During my first few years of teaching I obtained a masters degree in Technology in Education and became a Digital Educator in the district. I am currently a co-leader of Student Leadership and Run Club.

My husband, Andrew, and I live in Lone Tree with our dog, Lakes, 15 year old daughter, Ellie, 12 year old Alexandra (we call her Alex), and 10 year old, Lily. Only one of them currently attends Eagle Ridge. The girls keep us busy but we love all the excitement.  Andrew is from Ohio, which means a lot of trips there to visit his family. We enjoy skiing, traveling, hiking, and getting together with friends and family. I hope you are as excited as I am about all the learning and fun adventures we'll have in third grade!

About my teaching:

I believe that school should be fun and students should learn without realizing that is what they are doing. Below are a few videos that should help you get a better understanding.