Demo Class: “Survivor: Rise of Civilizations” 10:50 a.m. MS 106

This is my second year at Episcopal. I teach 6th grade World History and Creative Drama.

The students are always the best part of the new year. They bring new stories, personalities, and joys with them. This is also my first year teaching Creative Drama and it's been a blast learning along with the students.

I hope grandparents and special friends gain insight into the way education has evolved and will continue to evolve to meet the needs of our students. Classrooms are often more immersive, tactile, and, I would argue, fun than when I was in school.

Demo Class: “Ewe Won’t Believe Your Eyes: A Sheep Eye Dissection” 10:15 a.m. Room MS 107

This is my 16th year teaching Science at Episcopal! I taught Science in the Lower School for 12 years, then moved to 6th grade Life Science and I love it!

If you asked me what my favorite things were about this year so far, I would have to lead with my advisory - they're the sweetest and they bring me joy every day. It's also incredible to watch 6th graders grow as scientists! We learn new things every class and when they remember it and apply it a week or two later, I'm so proud of them. 

I hope you will join me for a demo class in the Middle School! The chance to observe how we take something complex (like an eye dissection) and witness the learning process involved in a lab from a 6th grader's perspective will be a great glimpse into the classroom experience at Episcopal! 

Demo Class: “Watercolor Whimsy: A Relaxing 30-Minute Watercolor Experience” 10:50 a.m. Room MS 109

I have been at Episcopal Collegiate School for 9 years and teach 6th grade Art, Art 1, and Art 2 for Grades 6-8. One of my favorite things this year is seeing how engaged and excited the students are about their projects.

I hope grandparents get to experience the joy of creating something new and leave with a greater appreciation for the artistic process! They may even leave with a new hobby!

Demo Class: “Hands On Drumming Lab” 10:15 a.m. B Building (101)

I have been teaching at Episcopal for 20 years now! I teach students from 6-12th grade percussion/ drums and AP Music Theory. 

I am fortunate to have a wonderful group of students spanning all three levels of percussion. We have so many wonderful performances during the next two weeks and can't wait to showcase their talents for each of you during this Grandparents and Special Friends Day program!

I hope grandparents and special friends leave our campus with a better understanding of the depth and breadth of the music education their grandchildren are receiving.

Demo Class: “Remembering the Sultana Disaster” 10:50 a.m. (Upper School Room 102)

I have been teaching for 8 years and this is my first year at Episcopal. I teach Upper School United States History and also AP World History.

My favorite thing about this academic year so far has been all the energy from students and faculty alike. I hope our special guests on Grandparents and Special Friends Day can learn more about my special scholarly interests and gain an understanding on why I think history education is so essential for our students. 

Demo Class: “Are You Smarter Than an 8th Grader?” 10:15 a.m. Middle School Room 105

This is my 5th year at Episcopal teaching 8th grade Algebra I and Advanced Algebra I.

I love working both with my 8th grade team and with the 8th grade students. Our team has fantastic organization and cooperation! We love getting to work alongside and bounce ideas off of each other. The 8th grade students this year have a fantastic drive for learning. When presented with challenges, they are always willing to try, and I have loved getting to know each and every one of them!

I hope that grandparents take away a sense of connection to their grandchildren's learning experiences. By engaging with technology and new methodologies for exploration, they can see firsthand how math is taught today, making it more relatable and accessible. I want them to appreciate how Algebra is not just about numbers and equations, but about problem-solving and critical thinking skills that are essential in everyday life.

Demo Class: “The Other World War II” 10:15 a.m. Upper School Simpson Library

This is my 20th year at Episcopal and I teach History and Economics. 

My two favorite things about this year are riding my bike with the Cross Country team every morning at 6:00 a.m. and, as always, getting the chance to teach my students.

My hope is that grandparents or special friends visiting my demo class will get a chance to see what their kiddos are learning at our amazing school.