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Ms. Sandy Simpson
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Givhans Cmty School
Hometown:
Summerville, SC
Class Information:
Room Number: 131
Students per Class: 15
Class Description:
My students, who all have learning or emotional disabilities, are placed in my classrom at an alternative school in lieu of expulsion. Most have long histories of behavior problems and they have typically not been successful in school. This is a high energy group that learns through hands on activities rather than the traditional textbook and lecture format. They are inspired by technology and the opportunity to create.
Position:
special ed teacher
Needs:
We have 4 classroom computers badly in need of upgrades. We have one hand held video camera, but lack 1)the hardware to burn CDs or DVDs 2)the software to produce videos. We also need a tripod. I often use my personal digital camera to photograph our activities. We can produce slide shows using powerpoint, but we often run short of ink to print pictures.
My Philosophy:
I believe ALL chidren can learn and become productive citizens. We (teachers, citizens, community members, parents, all of us) have a responsibility to reach and teach even our most difficult students because, like our best and brightest students, our most challenging students are also our future.
Personal Information:
About Me:
I've been teaching for thirteen years, most of that in self contained classes for adolescents with emotional disabilities. Two years ago I earned National Board Certification as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, and I'm going back to school in the fall for another advanced degree. I love being in school, both as teacher AND student.
College and Degrees:
University of Charleston, MAT, Special Education Collegeof Charleston, BS, Business Administration
Favorite Books:
anything by Charles Dickens or the Bronte sisters, more recent favorite authors are Jasper Fford (the Thursday Next series) and JK Rowling (huge Harry Potter fan)
Favorite Quotes:
"Its no use believing in impossible things," said Alice. "I daresay you haven't had much practice," replied the Queen. "Why, sometimes, I believe in six impossible things before breakfast."
Why Do I Teach?:
Its the thing that I do best.