Ms. Cooper
Backpacking in the Canadian Rockies - Berg Glacier
I have been teaching at VSMS since 2019 and am an alumna of the TC Roberson district (Class of 2004) AND VSMS.
In 2008, I earned B.A.s in English Literature and American History from UNC-Chapel Hill, returning to my home in the mountains after graduation to work in the marketing and non-profit industries for 10 years.
In 2015, I enrolled at UNC Asheville to earn my post- baccalaureate teaching licensure in Social Studies and English Language Arts. I currently teach 8th Grade Social Studies.
Involvement at VSMS:
National Junior Honor Society Advisor
Student Council, 8th Grade Advisor
Yearbook Advisor
National History Day Competition Advisor
Coach: Swim Club, Tennis, Soccer (Assistant)
Education
UNC Chapel Hill (2008) - B.A. English Literature
UNC Chapel Hill (2008) - B.A. American History
UNC Asheville (2019) - Post Baccalaureate Teaching License
Professional Certifications
Middle Grades Social Studies Teaching License
Middle Grades English Language Arts Teaching License
Recognized Education Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA) Highly Qualified Teacher