My Mission Statement:
A mi, me encanta la cultura hispana, y quiero que todos mis alumnos conozcan a la gente, la cultura, y la lengua de otros.
I love the hispanic culture, and I want all of my students to know the people, the culture, and the language of others. I strongly believe the foreign language classroom presents a unique opportunity for students to become engaged and active in learning new cultures. Through my studies of Spanish and my experiences in Spain, I have gained an appreciation for the rich culture embedded in the language and hope to share this with my students.
In my classroom students will work cooperatively to become proficient in Spanish, mindful of the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning, in an environment where risks are taken and questions are asked. Respect will be crucial; for ourselves, for each other, and for the cultures we are exploring. Students will have a role in establishing the rules and a voice in their learning. Through a variety of activities, students with all learning styles will be supported.
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Biography:
Education:
Albion College, Albion, Michigan
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish,
minor in English, May 2000
Teaching Experience:
Stevens Creek Elementary School 2000 - 2002
Riverside Middle School 2002 - 2004
Greenbrier High School 2004 - present
Professional Organizations:
Foreign Language Association of Georgia (FLAG)
Professional Association of Georgia
Educators (PAGE)
American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP)
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| Contact Information: |
E-mail: melissa.heckathorn@ccboe.net
Voicemail: 650-6043 ext. 361
Planning: 4th Period (11:30 - 12:30)
Schedule:
1st - Spanish II
2nd - Spanish II
3rd - Spanish II
4th - Planning
5th - Spanish III
6th - Spanish III |
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