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Mrs. Carrie Martens
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Peterson Elementary School
Hometown:
Chicago
Class Information:
Room Number: 211
Students per Class: 30
Class Description:
First grade, self contained, very inquisitive and highly motivated. 1/3 of my class are bilingual or ESL students. Three of my students have special needs. 90% of my students receive free lunch.
Position:
Teacher
Needs:
We need an interactive white board to enhance the learning that happens in my classroom. My students are visual Learners. A smart board is the perfect tool to enhance, reinforce, and enrich all lessons in my classroom. We already have a projector and lap top. We are only missing the interactive whiteboard!
My Philosophy:
I believe it is my responsibility to teach and reach my students using materials that will provide my students with excellent learning experiences. I have collected many tools that do this, however, there is always one more way, one more method that I can try. I am always looking for that "one more way" to enhance the learning that takes place in my classroom.
Personal Information:
About Me:
I am a National Board Certified Teacher, an early childhood generalist. I hold teaching certificates in early childhood, elementary education, and special education. I have an ESL Endorsement. I have been teaching for 29 years. I have a wonderful husband, two beautiful daughters, two adorable dogs, and I am a HUGE Cub fan!
College and Degrees:
B.A., M.A., NBCT, 2001
Activities:
I love baseball (Cubs), reading, travel, cooking, and my puppies.
Favorite Books:
My favorite books are usually picture books.
Favorite Quotes:
If at first you don't succeed, try, try again!
Interests:
Cubs baseball, loose leaf tea, making ice cream, children's literature, technology.
Employment History:
I have been teaching in Illinois for 29 years. Eight years in a private school, and 21 years in an urban public school.
Why Do I Teach?:
I teach because I am educating the future. I love to see my students discover something new. I love to sé them share their enthusiasm for learning!
Percent of Students are:
     At-risk: 25 %
     Average: 50 %
     High-achiever: 25 %
Percent of Students are:
     White/Caucasian : 30 %
     Hispanic: 25 %
     Native American: 20 %
     Asian: 25 %
Free/Reduced Lunch Program Enrollment:: 90 %
ESL Enrollment:: 50 %
Average number of students in class:: 30 students
Number of students I teach:: 27 students