A Circle of Friends
We've joined together as classmates
as the new year begins...
A year full of learning
while we become friends.
We'll share and be kind
as we work and play.
And our friendship will grow
with each passing day.

You're never to old, to wacky, to wild, to pick up a book and read to a child.--Dr. Seuss                  

Mrs. Choate's Teaching Philosphy

I belive in a learning enviroment in which students feel comfortable, where expectations and rules are consistant and clear. It is important to me that students feel safe and comfortable enough to ask questions and be themselves.  I also believe that all children can and will learn. Children learn through many different learning styles and it is very important to me that I teach using many different methods in order to reach all children. I want and encourage children to do their personal best. Celebrating sucess whether it be big or small along the way as a community of learners is something that is very important in my classroom. Not only do students learn as individuals, but students also learn and work together, making the most out of their day. We are a team!  Teams work together, and together, everyone achieves more success.

Childhood learning is a journey NOT a Race!