NAME:
Mrs. Skoller
SCHOOL:
Park Middle School
CLASS:
Sixth Grade English and Reading
SCHOOL PHONE:
(908) 322-4445
This year I will be embarking upon my sixth year as a Language Arts teacher in
Scotch Plains. I began at Terrill as a sixth grade Reading teacher before
moving over to Park Middle where I have been teaching Language Arts for the
past three years. Before making the decision to become a teacher, I practiced
law for a number of years, but was fortunate enough to come to the realization
that teaching was my true calling. My decision to return to school for yet
another degree (English and
then a Masters in Education) was absolutely the right choice. Although I've
been certified since I began my career, I received my master's degree in
education this past May. Maya Angelou, one of my favorite writers, was my
commencement speaker. Seeing her in person was awesome.
In addition to teaching, I am busy in many other areas of my life. I have a
husband, three children and a crazy dog who all keep me going during my after
school hours. My oldest child is Andrew, who just graduated from the
University of Maryland and who is now commuting each day to his job in New
York City. Next is Jenna who will be a junior at the University of Michigan
and the third is Stephanie, a junior in high school. Mr. Skoller works hard as
an attorney in New York. Last, but certainly not least, is Niko, my nutty
almost 7 year old labradoodle who just loves to play and go to the dog park
any chance he can.
When I'm not grading papers and preparing lesson plans, in my spare time, I
like to read (currently I'm on the third book in the Harry Potter series),
exercise (I'm training for a triathlon which takes place on September 13th)
and spend time with my family.
As we begin a fresh, new school year, I look forward to meeting and welcoming
my new sixth graders as we take the first step together on our sixth grade
journey - a year during which I hope we will all learn, grow and thrive.
Ready or not, here we go!