Connecting Core Learning to the Arts |
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The teachers at Normal Park Museum Magnet School in Chattanooga, TN work collaboratively to create modules which enrich the students learning through science, math, language arts, social studies and the arts. A team of teachers will demonstrate how they plan and create interdisciplinary modules which culminate in exhibits showcasing student learning presented at the end of each quarter. Examples of student work will be used to demonstrate the collaboration. Information about the school's ever rising test scores and other accolades will be noted as well. Participants will discuss how their schools could begin to move towards this format of collaboration. |
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(L-R) Lindie Roden, Kara Orr, Mark Neal, AnnaLouise Haynes Myers, and Heather Brown |
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Lindie Roden – Social Studies I have been fortunate to teach for twelve years in Hamilton County because I have been able to see the progress of so many students over the years. My teaching experience has included kindergarten, first, second, third, middle school and high school. Every grade level and content area has been a unique and enjoyable challenge. I am currently appreciating the liveliness and curiosity of sixth graders! |
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Kara Orr – Math After graduating from the University of Maryland, I worked for a little over a year as the Assistant Director of Education for Sylvan Learning Center in Tuscaloosa, AL. I worked with students of all ages teaching math, study skills, reading, writing and ACT prep courses. I moved to Chattanooga in July, and am teaching 6th grade Math at Normal Park. |
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Mark Neal – Science I graduated from UTK in 1996 with a bachelor's in ecology/environmental studies. After working for several years as a newspaper reporter, I returned to earn my Master's in Science Education in 2001. I then worked as an instructor for one year at Driftwood Nature Center in St. Simons Island, Georgia. Next, I worked for five years as a 5th grade Math/Science teacher at North Windy Ridge School in Asheville, NC. While working in NC, I earned my National Board certification. Since moving to Chattanooga in summer 2008, I have worked for the past two years as a 6th grade science teacher at NPMM Upper. |
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AnnaLouise Haynes Myers – Visual Art When I began teaching art in 1995, I had no idea the experience would lead me to the #1 Magnet School in America! It has been my privilege to work at Normal Park Museum Magnet since the beginning, and have been teaching art at the Upper School for the past two years. I have a BFA in Ceramics with a minor in Photography and English and a Masters of Science in Curriculum and Instruction, all from UTK. I love sharing all the things I have learned with my students. A life-long learner myself, I am a ten year member and the vice-president of the Chattanooga Area Art Instructors, as well as a member of the Tennessee Art Education Association and the National Art Education Association. I enjoy attending professional development opportunities and benefit from attending conferences and other professional development opportunities. |
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Heather Brown – Language Arts I am currently in my third year teaching middle school language arts in Hamilton County. I spent my first year at Red Bank Middle School, and last year, I joined the faculty of the new Normal Park Upper School as a member of the sixth grade team. Before I became a language arts teacher, I spent ten years dancing professionally and teaching ballet, modern, and creative movement classes for the Chattanooga Ballet. In my last few years with Chattanooga Ballet, I had the privilege of serving as their Director of Education and Outreach. I also taught dance at Baylor and Center for Creative Arts here in Chattanooga. |
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