English 7 & 8, JH Drama 7-8, & Theatre Arts I
Holy Savior Menard JH/HS
Writing is for life!!
Mrs. Angela Hawthorne
School Email Address: ahawthorne@holysaviormenard.com
Christmas at the Nest
GLEE CLUB 2022
Thank you to our HSM Junior High carolers! Feliz Navidad!
Teaching Key Strengths
Cross-Curricular Design
Technology Lesson Integration
Effective Classroom Management
Writing/Literature-based Classes
Interactive Teaching Methods
Educational Background
Level 2 Professional Certificate
Secondary Education,
Louisiana Department of Education,
Louisiana College (May 2012)
Certification Areas:
Reading/ELA (Gr. 6-12)
Music Education (Gr. K-12)
Special Education - Significant Disabilities (1-12)
Bachelor of Arts, Louisiana College (December 1996)
Major: Vocal Music
Minor: English, Science
London Overseas Program (1995)
Theatre
Art History
Economics
University of London, England
Professional Organizations
National Catholic Educational Association (2007 - Present)
Sigma Tau Delta International English Society (1995 – 2013)
Professional Presentations
Classroom Management & Student Engagement, HSM Teacher Workshop (March 2021)
Criterion Online Writing Evaluation Program, Interactive Student-Teacher School Presentation, OLPS (January 2013)
“Netbooks in the Classroom”, Teacher Tech Presentation, Our Lady of Prompt Succor School (October 2012)
Professional Training
MSELA SUMMIT 2021, Middle School English Language Arts Teachers Virtual PD, July 2021
ELA Lesson Planning
Mentor Texts
Culture Over Content
Ideas + Organization
Building Communication Skills through Grammar + Writing Strategies
Central Louisiana Regional AT Center: LATI Summer Summit, Special Education & AT Training, Level 2 Certified Educator, July 2017
Digital Literacy for All
Diving Back into School with Assistive Technology
IEP Writing Training
Google Classroom Training
Universal Design for Learning
Rapides Parish Summer Institute, July 2016
Writing Evaluation Instructor Training, Holy Savior Menard HS (2014)
Common Core Curriculum Training (ELA/Reading), Our Lady of Prompt Succor School (June 2012, February 2013)
Promethean Board Training - Levels 1&2, Our Lady of Prompt Succor School, Holy Savior Menard High School (Aug. 2009, Sept. 2010, Aug. 2012, June 2014)
Proficiency Express (30 CLUs), Title I Technology Course, Rapides Parish School District (October 2008)
VIRTUS Training, Child Safety Awareness Training, St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church (Status: current)
Community Involvement
Civil Air Patrol, 1st Lieutenant, Senior Member
Director of Cadet Programs
Administrative Officer
Personnel Officer
Cenla Composite Squadron,
SWR-LA-067, AEX/Green Flag Facility (2023-Present)
Barksdale Composite Squadron, SWR-LA-005, Barksdale Air Force Base (2019-2023)
Cantor/Music Minister, Mary Mother of Jesus Church (2012 - Present)
Eucharistic Minister, Mary Mother of Jesus Catholic Church; Holy Savior Menard Central High School (2012 - Present)
Teaching Experience
HOLY SAVIOR MENARD HIGH SCHOOL,
Alexandria, LA August 2013 - Present
English I Honors, English I
English 7 Honors, English 7
English 8 Honors, English 8
Theatre I, Theatre in the Arts JH
Drama 7 Enrichment
Reading/Study Skills 8
Glee Club Director/Sponsor
Intervention Facilitator
Student Tracking (Administrative)
OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL,
Alexandria, LA 2009 - 2013
Reading/Language Arts, Grade 6
Religion & Spelling, Grade 6
Computer Class, Grades 1-5
ST. RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Alexandria, LA 2006 – 2009
Reading/Language Arts, Gr 6-8
Journalism class
Student Newspaper Club Sponsor & Publisher
SMART Board Instructor/Trainer
“Poetry Coffeehouse”, Creative Director
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Alexandria, LA January 1997 – May 1999
Reading & Language Arts, Gr. 7-8
English I, II, III
August 2002 – May 2003
Fine Arts Survey
World History
Music Theory (Band), Gr. 6-7
Junior High Choir Director
Teacher Tips:
Always have a genuine purpose behind the lesson you are delivering.
Make sure the material is engaging and interactive.
Allow students the opportunity to direct their own learning.
Mistakes are an integral part of the learning process – Celebrate them!
Humor releases tension. Use often!
"Oxford Comma": Student-made Video: Matthew Ritchie
"Syntaxed: Money on the Side": Student-made Video: Will Volman
My PERSONAL GOALS & Objectives...
My Teacher Goals and Objectives
Mrs. Angela Hawthorne
Holy Savior Menard 2021-2022
English 8/8H, English I, Drama 7
Spiritual Goals & Objectives:
Goals: To make God my life’s center. To listen for God’s guidance before I act/speak. To pray for my students and their families. To model Christ-like servanthood. Pray for peace in our school, community, and world. #LOVEMATTERS
Objectives:
Ø Pray my daily “Empty Vessel” Prayer in the mornings.
Ø Create a Prayer Board/Religious Center for my students to post prayer requests and religious poems/art.
Ø Post, learn, and teach traditional prayers. Model spontaneous prayer.
Ø Teach respect for the Crucifix, the holy sacraments, and our national flag.
Academic Goals & Objectives:
Goals: To prepare students academically for high school and beyond. To provide ample opportunities for students to explore ideas for writing. To model pre-writing techniques such as brainstorming, clustering, discussing, dramatizing, and the Jane Schaffer method. To focus on a variety of reading strategies and focus and comprehension skills. To increase knowledge of literary terms and robust vocabulary. To incorporate DOA Standards regularly into my ELA lessons.
To instruct traditional grammar rules in an exciting way!! To relate how studying ancient/past cultures, literature, etymology, and histories can teach us about ourselves and the modern world in which we live.
Embrace the joys & challenges of online learning and technology. Design asynchronous, flexible learning experiences for students. #KickCovid19Butt
Objectives:
Ø Model a positive attitude about incorporating the DOA Standards.
Ø Respond sensitively, constructively, and promptly to student compositions: to read carefully and making at least one positive comment before offering suggestions for improvements.
Ø Address our study of English Language Arts within the context of students' daily speaking, listening, writing, and reading activities.
Ø Discover and foster “teachable moments” regularly.
Ø Create and develop an ELA-enriched classroom website.
Ø Promote reading for enjoyment.
Ø State/post objectives weekly on RenWeb & on my website.
Ø Incorporate technology in the curriculum effectively.
Ø Master my subject matter.
Ø Create an active, well-disciplined, yet enjoyable learning environment!!
Physical Goals & Objectives:
Goals: To maintain a well-disciplined classroom that provides a safe environment for my students and any visitors. To clearly state/post Classroom Rules. To strictly enforce a no-bullying policy in my classroom. To keep an open dialogue about Internet safety. To foster an awareness for good personal hygiene amongst my lovely pre-teen students.
Objectives:
Ø SMILE! SMILE! SMILE!
Ø Research/attend opportunities for Professional Development.
Ø Turn paperwork in on time.
Ø Keep a neat work space.
Ø Activate students’ WHOLE-BRAIN LEARNING!!: “Class-Yes!!”
Ø Exercise more & eat healthy!!
Ø Communicate regularly with parents: Make regular “progress report” phone calls home.
Psychological Goals & Objectives:
Goals: To praise my students’ accomplishments (big or small) and to redirect them whenever they need extra guidance. To respect my students and to expect respect back from them. To inspire children to become better thinkers and problem solvers. Avoid teacher burnout...reach in, reach out.
Objectives:
Ø Be attentive to the diverse needs, personalities, and learning styles of each child.
Ø Compassion: Be aware of the impact of out-of-school experiences on my students.
Ø “Wong 'em at the door!” – Greet students as they enter classroom as much as possible.
Ø Appreciate ALL teachers and support staff at HSM.
Ø Stay humble…Remember the servant’s lesson!!
Ø “CHALLENGE THYSELF”: Challenge my students and MYSELF to reach personal goals!!!
Ø Set HIGH EXPECTATIONS & Motivate..Motivate…Motivate!!!!
