I was born and raised in Montana and love it here. I graduated from the University of Montana with my bachelors in 2012 and masters degree in 2020. I have taught 1st and 2nd grade at Target Range and love spending my days learning with my students. This is my eleventh year as a tiger! My husband, Tyson, and I have been residing in Missoula for the last 16 years. We enjoy raising our three boys, Brayden 11, Camden 7, and Trey 6 months, here in Montana taking advantage of all it has to offer. We also have a spirited dog named Sage. You can often find us outdoors fishing, swimming, hunting, skiing, and much more.

Reading:

• Curriculum: Journeys

• Reading practice

• Spelling

• Vocabulary

Math:

• Addition/subtraction with and without grouping

• Place value

• Time

• Money

• Graphing

• Geometry

Science/Social Studies:

• Communities

• Landforms and how they change

• Habitats

• Mapping

• Engineering (bridge building)

• Native American studies

• Important people in history

As students become more capable and independent, it is important that we work together to make sure they are supported and/or challenged.  

• In second grade,  we don't assign homework,  but encourage parents to spend quality time together with their kids and read for enjoyment together.  We recommend 15-20 minutes every day as possible.   

• We don't generally have a need for volunteers in the classroom in 2nd grade,  but have occasional projects,  parties, or field trips where parents are welcome to volunteer.   

• We will send home weekly newsletters , most Fridays with "What is happening in 2nd grade" so you can stay on top of what they are learning in the classroom.  

• We also use the Remind app as a communication tool. My remind code is:  @8eac44.  If you have questions you can send them there or email me.   For immediate needs, you can also call the school and they can get a message to me quickly.   

If you ever have questions or concerns,  please let me know.  When we all work together, our students are more likely to be successful!