NAME:
Rita McCarthy
SCHOOL:
Blessed Sacrament
CLASS:
First Grade
SCHOOL PHONE:
309 263-8442
Personal background:
I grew up on a farm near Bloomington, IL. along with seven brothers and
sisters. In 1988 I married my husband who was serving in the Marine Corps.
We lived in North Carolina, Japan, Virginia and finally, Peoria , IL. I
currently live in Morton, IL with my husband Mike and our three children;
Maggie, Will and Claire. I am proud to say that all three of my children
currently attend Blessed Sacrament School.
Education:
I attended Epiphany Grade School in Normal and Central Catholic High School
in Bloomington. After High School, I attended Illinois State University and
earned a B.S. in Special Education.
Illinois State Certification:
Self Contained General Education - Kindergarten-grade 9
Language Arts - Upper Elementary/Jr. High
Social Science - Upper Elementary/Jr. High
Learning Disabilities - Preschool to age 21
Social/Emotional Disorders - Preschool to Age 21
As a teacher, I strive provide a positive, nurturing environment in which
children will maximize their learning potential spiritually, emotionally
cognitively and physically.
