They might nudge us toward buying that new appliance or taking a chance on the latest techno-toy on the market. But when it comes to children learning to love learning , the promise of a guarantee takes on a whole new meaning. This is how RISE Teacher of the Year Amy Barstow approaches her duties every day. Not a worksheet can be found, as this innovative teacher aims to see every one of her students actively involved at all times of the day.
Book reports are storyboards mastered while communicating the plot.
A study of the Boston Tea Party becomes an actual formal tea party and etiquette lesson. And in one of Ms. Barstow s most recent classroom creations, she began a school-wide Computer Club. Students designed original computer games to enter in the first ever Jess Harben Computer Olympics. She can be found early in the morning of after school tutoring students who need extra attention. And her unwavering belief in her students and their ability to succeed is felt by each of them.