Welcome! Please check out my website and video to learn more about me and about English II.
My name is Kaitlyn Collingwood and I'm so excited to be in my third year as an South Garner Titan!
I am originally from Findlay, OH. I attended Findlay High School before moving to Columbus, OH to attend The Ohio State University, where I received my Bachelor's degree in English and my Master's degree in Education. I taught at Utica High School in Utica, OH for three years before relocating to North Carolina to be closer to my family.
In addition to teaching English and Yearbook, I enjoy spending time with my family and my cats. I love music, books, food, spending time outdoors, and video games, as well. The Legend of Zelda is my favorite series!
Please check out my Meet the Teacher video to learn more about me and reach out via TalkingPoints to keep up with what's happening in English II.
Of course, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me (see my contact information below)!
How to contact me:
E-mail: kcollingwood@wcpss.net
Phone: 919-642-3091
Feel free to call or text - if I am unable to answer, please leave a message with your name and number!
Twitter: @kscollingwood
*Please allow at least 24 hours for response!*
Two-Way Communication Apps:
I will be using TalkingPoints this semester to communicate with parent(s)/guardian(s).
Students are encouraged to sign up for Remind and communicate with me that way!
2nd Period: Text @cwood2nd to 81010
3rd Period: Text @cwood3rd to 81010
4th Period: Text @cwood4th to 81010
Please message me there with any questions or concerns!
These are the bell schedules for the 2021-2022 school year! Please arrive to class on time, ready to learn. Be sure to follow up with me if/when you're absent.
Need extra help? Let's meet outside of class time! Contact me to schedule.
I am always available via email and Remind.
Outside of our scheduled class meeting times, I am available throughout the week before or after school (and during Titan Time!) to offer extra help. You can reach out to me to set up time to meet outside of class!
Please email me to schedule: kcollingwood@wcpss.net
I am available for two-way communication via email and Remind.
Suggested Supplies for English class:
Device and Wi-Fi Access
Folder (or binder - for keeping track of assignments)
Writing utensils (pen and pencil recommended)
Notebook (optional - loose leaf paper is always available)
SSR/DEAR Book (when applicable - stay tuned!)
*Any help with acquiring supplies for students and
for the classroom is greatly appreciated!*
Classroom Wishlist:
Kleenex
Clorox wipes
Disposable masks
Loose leaf paper
Paper towels
Office supplies (pencils, pens, etc.)
All classes typically feature 15-20 minutes of Sustained Silent Reading (SSR) or Drop Everything And Read (DEAR) throughout the week. Students will read for an extended period of time to build reading stamina, longer attention spans, increase vocabulary and strengthen reading composition. Students will choose a book and then be required to fill out SSR logs and complete a project related to their book.
Books are available to be checked out from Ms. Collingwood's classroom library, as well as the TLC! Students also have the option sign up for a FREE a Wake County Public Library card - please see instructions HERE!