Mrs. DeCosta's Web Site

"Where Inspiring Excellence is Our Standard and Student Achievement is the Result "

About Me

The 1st thing you should know is that I really like lists:

This year will be my 26th year as a teacher at Triton, and I love my job.
I grew up in Runnemede... a long time ago.
I went to Rowan University and have BA in English, a Secondary Ed. Cert., and a Theater Arts Cert. Books, baking, theater, dance, chocolate-- it's everything.
This year I am teaching Freshman Honors English, Creative Writing, and Poetry. I'm so excited for all of it.
I am the advisor for Miss Mustang, the Literary Magazine, and NHS. I am also the Director of the Fall Production (see Extra Curricular tab for details).
I have 2 kids (20 and 17), 1 sister (I'm the big sis), a husband (just had our 22st anniversary), and a bunny (she's literally as big as a puppy).
My philosophy on teaching is that it's not just about "English class" in B42-- the whole child is taken into account. I do my best to provide real world connections, develop a variety of skills, and cultivate interests all within a warm, safe, creative environment.