This year the fourth and fifth grade classes are departmentalized. Math and Science are taught by Ms. Tamara while Social Studies, Writing, and Reading are lead by Mr. Dinsmore. Check out class candids and our bios below!
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About Ms. Tamara:
Greetings PJ23 Families!!!
I have been a member of the PJ XXIII School Community for decades as my nieces and nephew attended/graduated from Pope John XXIII School. My two youngest daughters also graduated from PJ XXIII.
I have been teaching since my early 20s, all ages and academic subjects. Learning is my superpower; teaching is my passion; curriculum development is my joy. I have had the privilege to teach PJ’s last year’s 5th graders; this year, I’m teaming with Mr. Dinsmore to partner-teach 4th and 5th grade.
I believe that my students teach me how to teach them best! All children are able; teachers must tap into their ability.
I am a writer, an artist, content creator (before it was even a “thang”), who enjoys creating platforms for youth to express their voice and shine. I enjoy traveling nationally and internationally. I am a mastermind at cooking and baking; one can find me on nature walks, near a moving body of water, at the gym, museum, or cultural event.
I AM a child of God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who is about making disciples. Matthew 28:16-20
Soaring in Christ Jesus,
Ms. Tamara
Ms. Tamara's Google Classroom Codes:
4th Grade Math: 6zjz2wp
4th Grade Science: fgtm776
4th Grade Religion: w74t35t
5th Grade Math: u6ivjdb
5th Grade Science: wmcak3w
About Mr. Dinsmore:
I am beyond excited to welcome you all to fourth and fifth grade! I am a second year teacher here at Pope John XXIII. I have taught at public and behavioral schools in Indianapolis and Cincinnati since graduating from Xavier University in 2022. I love to read, explore new places with my friends and practice sports like football, baseball, skiing, and skateboarding.
Mr. Dinsmore's Google Classroom Links:
Fourth Grade
https://classroom.google.com/c/NzA4OTE4ODU3OTQz?cjc=hcjgdc4
Fifth Grade