Welcome to my classroom!
Hi there! I’m thrilled to join the Royal Family this year where I'll be teaching Senior English, Junior English, Psychology, and advising our awesome Yearbook team. Whether we’re unpacking Shakespeare, decoding dreams, or capturing memories for the yearbook, you can expect a class full of curiosity, conversation, and maybe a few geeky tangents.
I believe learning is better when it’s personal, so I work hard to get to know my students and build a classroom where everyone feels seen, supported, and maybe even a little inspired. Bring your questions, your quirks, and I'll bring my coffee—let’s make it a great year!
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“While I'm gone," Gansey said, pausing, "dream me the world. Something new for every night.”
― Maggie Stiefvater
About Mrs. Tipton
This is my fourth year teaching ELA, and I'm thrilled to join the Royal Family at ECCA! After earning my Bachelor's in English and my Master's in Teaching, both at UTK, I taught for two years at Halls High School in Knox County before my family relocated to Washington State. I taught at OCEAN K-12 School there, an Alternative Learning Environment School, and while it was definitely a fun adventure, I'm so happy to be back home in my Appalachian mountains. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy reading, working on my novel (and my second Masters in Creative Writing), hanging out with my family, or playing video games.
When the World Tips Over by Jandy Nelson
"KPop Demon Hunters" on Netflix
Moving back across the country (Maddie had a great trip!)