Teresa Cooper
     Sixth Grade     

Educational Background
    I graduated from Southeast Missouri State University with a B.S. in Elementary Education.  I later received a Masters of Arts degree from SEMO, also in Elementary Education.
 

Teaching Experience
    This is my 19th year teaching in the Leopold R-III School District.  I taught fourth grade for five years, and have been teaching sixth grade for the remainder of the time.  I also serve as co-sponsor for the Leopold Beta Club.  This is my 13th year to have the privilege of working with the Beta Club.

Class Schedule for 2005-06

•     8:30 - 9:00  Spelling
•     9:00 - 10:04  Reading
•     10:04 - 10:19  Recess
•     10:19 - 11:30  Math
•     11:30 - 12:05  Lunch
•     12:05 - 12:30  Study time/Project time
•     12:30 - 1:00  P.E./Music
•     1:00 - 1:30  Science
•     1:30 - 2:04  English
•     2:04 - 2:19  Recess
•     2:19 - 3:00  Social Studies
•     3:00 - 3:10  Pack up
•     3:15  Dismiss

Homework
    I do not assign homework for homework's sake.  Students are given class time to complete assignments.  They will need to study for tests and occasionally work on  projects at home.  However, if they use class time wisely, the amount of homework should be minimal.  Also, before every test, students will have some type of study materials to use to prepare for tests.  These study materials may be notes, reviews, study guides, or textbook sections.

Family
    I have been married for 22 years and have 4 children.

Other Interests/Hobbies
    I love sports!  Baseball, softball, volleyball, and basketball are my favorites.  I love to watch the Cardinals play.  I also enjoy watching my children on their respective teams.
    If any free time can be found, I enjoy oil painting, crafts, scrap booking, and other projects.

Memorable Events
    My wedding, birth of my children, accomplishments of my children, and special "teaching" memories, which always include special students.