Laura Blacker
Laura Blacker
Learning Support Teacher
lblacker@eastpennsd.org
Alburtis Elementary School
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Meet Miss Blacker
Meet Miss Blacker
Laura Blacker is a dedicated learning support teacher at Alburtis Elementary School, where she fosters a safe and loving learning environment for all of her students. Miss Blacker is a proud East Penn graduate. She earned her undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education/Special Education from Lebanon Valley College and her Masters degree in Early Childhood Literacy from Wilkes University. Miss Blacker is currently working on a second Masters degree in Educational Development and Strategies.
Outside the classroom, Miss Blacker coaches Girls on the Run at Alburtis and loves that program helps young women gain confidence and self-esteem while training for the 5K.
When she's not teaching or coaching, Miss Blacker enjoys traveling, crafting with her Cricut, going to the beach, and spending time with her friends and family.
My Current Courses
My Current Courses
In learning support, we use a variety of intervention programs during students' math and English Language Arts (ELA) time. Additionally, students receive support at various times in their general education classrooms through pull-out, push-in, and co-teaching models.
2nd Grade
2nd Grade
Second grade students receive 30 minutes of math pull-out instruction during their Math Intervention & Enrichment (I&E) block. They receive foundational math skills and number sense instruction utilizing the intervention program Bridges and/or iReady Tools for Instruction.
*Note- Students may receive additional support with Mrs. Moseman within the general education classroom or during their ELA I&E time.
3rd Grade
3rd Grade
Third grade students in Mrs. Clifton's homeroom receive Co-taught Math and ELA instruction in their general education classroom. Additionally, some students receive pull-out instruction during their Math and/or ELA Intervention & Enrichment (I&E) blocks. Students pulled out to my classroom for ELA I&E receive phonics and encoding (spelling) instruction utilizing the Orton Gillingham (OG) intervention. Students pulled out to my classroom for Math I&E receive number sense, calculation, and problem solving instruction utilizing iReady Tools for Instruction and supplemental materials that align with their IEP goals.
4th Grade
4th Grade
4th grade students in Mrs. Huebner's homeroom receive some push-in ELA instruction in their general education classroom. Additionally, some students receive pull-out instruction during their Math and/or ELA Intervention & Enrichment (I&E) blocks. Students pulled out to my classroom for ELA I&E receive phonics and encoding (spelling) instruction utilizing the Orton Gillingham (OG) intervention. Students pulled out to my classroom for Math I&E receive number sense, calculation, and problem solving instruction utilizing iReady Tools for Instruction and supplemental materials that align with their IEP goals.
What supplies do I need?
What supplies do I need?
You don't need all of these supplies. We will have some available in the classroom for all students to use.
2 packs of #2 pencils (pre-sharpened preferred)
1 pencil case or box
2 erasers (pink or white)
1 pack of 24 colored pencils or crayons
2 highlighters (different colors)
2 dry-erase markers (low odor)
1 set of headphones or earbuds (for classroom technology use)
2 blocks of Post-It notes
1 spiral notebook (wide-ruled preferred)
1 2-pocket folder (durable, color of choice)
Let's Get Connected
Let's Get Connected
You can always email me with questions, but the best way to see what we're doing in class and if your child has assignments coming up is by getting connected on the following two programs!
Seesaw
Seesaw
This is my primary means of communication. I will send out weekly updates on Seesaw.
Google Classroom
Google Classroom
Students will receive digital assignments and assessments in Google Classroom. I will send home a paper copy at the beginning of the year to connect to your child's Google Classroom OR message me to request an email link to connect.
Technology Questions?
Technology Questions?
Check out our Family Tech Resources Website! The purpose of this site is to provide both students and families of the East Penn School District resources on the technology they are using in the classroom. Some of the resources are created by East Penn, while others may be created by the companies themselves.
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