Teacher: Kelly Smith School: DCMS Class: 6th grade Literature and Composition Email: smithk@deercreek.k12.ok.us ABOUT THE TEACHER: I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Central Oklahoma. I have my Elementary, Middle level Social Studies, and Middle level English Oklahoma Certifications. I taught 8th grade Composition here at DCMS in '08, and enjoyed it very much. My true passion, I found, lies in teaching our wonderful 6th graders! I'm so excited to be with the amazing 6th grade team for the second year in a row. I'm newly married! Brad and I live happily in Yukon in our cozy home with our large cat Jack Attack. I had a busy summer renovating our house and I'm ready to meet my new students and get started! MISSION: I know every student has their own gifts and talents. I look forward to giving each student many opportunities to be successful. My lessons will be based on the Priority Academic Student Skills required by the State of Oklahoma. My goals for students this year include: actively participating in learning, frequently working in groups, creating a community feeling in the classroom, and to get excited about learning!