Reading 20 minutes a night has been scientifically proven to improve a person's vocabulary and help them become stronger critical thinkers.
Required:
Two composition notebooks (not spiral!)
Binder or space in binder for 2 sections of ELA or a folder
2 binder dividers (not needed if using folder)
Pencils
Suggested:
Glue sticks
Colored pencils/markers
Post-its
Scissors
Highlighter
Major 60%
Tests, Essays, Projects
Minor 40%
Quizzes, Daily Grades, Homework
If you are interested in ordering books for your child or the classroom Scholastic.com has great options. If you use our class code- L7ZVL - the books will be shipped to Southwood for free and our class will earn points for books!
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Hello! The 2025-2026 school year will be my 14th at Southwood Academy of the Arts and my 23rd year teaching, overall. I absolutely believe that education changes the world and work hard to do my part each year. I am originally from Cleveland, Ohio and completed my Bachelor's degree in Middle School Education (ELA and Social Studies) and Master's degree in curriculum and instruction with an emphasis on reading instruction at Ashland University in Ashland, Ohio. I feel very blessed to be teaching at a school as special as SAA. When I'm not teaching I am either reading, riding, attempting to quilt, going to student events (make sure to give me your schedule- I'll do my best to be there), cheering on The Ohio State Buckeyes or spending time with friends. Recently, I have been able to travel with Mrs. Nickles and EF Tours. We have another tour coming in 2026, so stay tuned for details! I am from a very large family (love being an auntie!) and stay busy! I cannot wait to meet and get to know each and every one of you!!