Mrs. Curtis

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About The Teacher
I am delighted to be your student's APEX teacher. This is my third year of teaching APEX at Bartlett Elementary. Previously, I had taught 7th grade language arts in several middle schools. I earned both my bachelor's degree and my Master of Fine Arts in Teaching degree from the University of Memphis. Soon after earning my Master's Degree, I returned to school yet again and earned a +45 certification, which is an additional 30 hours above the Master's level. In 2002, I earned the certification, from the state of Tennessee, to teach gifted students. I am married and have two sons, both of whom attended and graduated from Shelby County Schools. Our oldest son, who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University, lives in Houston, Texas and works in medical sales. Our youngest son graduated from UT Martin in May, 2009, and works as a Registered Nurse in Nashville.

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Mission
APEX (Academic Programs for the Exceptional) is a special education program designed for individuals who meet the criteria, as set forth by the state of Tennessee, for intellectually gifted students. The APEX program focuses on critical and creative thinking techniques, research and study skills, problem-solving skills, decision making, and the development of students as self-motivated, lifelong learners.