Mrs. Mary Belcher

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About The Teacher Label:


About The Teacher
Hello! Wecome to Mrs. Belcher's Teacher Page Here is a little information about myself: First of all I want you to know how much I value education. Because of circumstances beyond their understanding children can feel powerless in a world that often seems out of control. I want my students to understand that an education is a way to build independence. Fifth grade is not too young for a child to realize that academic achievement will help them be successful and in control of their future. I grew up in Lebanon and attended Highland Heights, McClain Elementary, and Walter J. Baird. During high school I attended Castle Heights Military Academy, but don't worry I don't run the classroom like a boot camp! I graduated from Carson Newman College with a business degree but later returned to Cumberland University to obtain my teaching license. I have also completed a Master's degree in Education from Cumberland University. When I was in fifth grade I had dreams of becoming a veterinarian or a photographer for National Geographic. I grew up on a 200 acre farm so I spent a lot of time with animals. My favorite thing to do when I was young was to take walks on the farm and find the perfect spot to read a book. I still love to read, especially before I go to sleep. I also still enjoy taking pictures, in particular black and white, and would love to have my own darkroom! I have been married to my husband, Paige, for seventeen years and have three children of my own. Our son, Perry, is in the tenth grade, daughter Kate is in the eighth grade, and daughter Meg is in the sixth. This may be your first experience with Castle Heights Upper Elementary, if so--- relax! I really enjoy teaching here and I can tell you each one of the faculty and staff members here cares about your child's education. Coming to a new school will be an adjustment but I feel confident that each student will adjust quickly and, most importantly, grow academically.

Mission Label:


Mission
For each student to have a desire for academic achievement. Each student should have a respect for education and a vision of a positive future for themselves. There are four goals of education: to develop informed citizens; to prepare students for the workplace; to help students learn to be a integral part of culture; and to develop personal commitment and growth.I strive to provide a positive, challenging learning environment for your child so that he or she can work towards these four goals. My expectation is that each child arrives at school everyday with a positive attitude and a willingness to work towards these goals with me.