Welcome!  My name is Ms. Mary Dunlap.  I am honored and privileged to have your child as one of my 4th graders this year at Shoemaker Elementary!  There are so many different ways we are able to learn; I utilize a variety of methods in my classroom to keep things fresh and exciting.  Our classroom is one where your child will be able to share and express ideas in a safe and nurturing environment. 

Your child will have a team to work with!  For ELA and Social Studies, you will have me, Ms. Dunlap (mdunlap@eastpennsd.org) and for Science and Math you will have, Mrs. DiStefano (rdistefano@eastpennsd.org).

This is my seventh year teaching at Shoemaker Elementary and my 13th year teaching.  I have taught in 6th, 5th, 3rd, and now 4th grade. Just between us (shhh!), 4th is the best!  I'm so excited to be a part of team Shoemaker!   I love teaching children and fostering a love for learning as well as helping my students grow.  I fully embrace a student-centered classroom along with growth mindset thinking!  We do have classroom meetings often which I use to develop a safe, nurturing environment for our kids.  

I LOVE technology and how it enhances learning in the classroom.  Interactive learning is HANDS-ON learning!  We will use technology as a tool for learning in our classroom to enhance what we are exploring. 

I graduated from DeSales University with a BA in Elementary Education, Cum Laude.  I graduated in 2022 Summa Cum Laude from East Stroudsburg University, earning my Master's Degree in Reading.  Reading and comprehension are at the core of everything else we learn.  I am a lifelong learner and it is my desire to instill that in the students I teach!  

I look forward to teaching your child with our amazing team here at Shoemaker! 

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. 

Ms. Mary Dunlap

mdunlap@eastpennsd.org

Twitter:  @Dunlap_Class