Hello and welcome back to school! I hope you had an incredible Summer filled with fun and adventures. My name is Mrs. Schiff and I am delighted to write to you as your child’s Math, Science and Social Studies teacher. We're going to learn, explore, and grow together in our wonderful classroom.
A little about myself: I have been married for 21 years and have lived in Libertyville for 23 years. I have four children: Amanda, who has been married for almost a year now; Olivia, who is a Freshman at Indiana University Kelley School of Business; Ty, who is a Junior at LHS and recently made the Sophomore Basketball team; and Audrina, who is in 4th grade here at SJCS.
Throughout my 12 years at St. Joseph Catholic School, I have been furthering my education. I earned my Education degree from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2019. Last year, I assumed the role of 5th - 8th grade Middle School Resource Teacher and worked with students who hold ISP’s and 504 plans. I am currently working towards earning my Special Education credential as well.
As this new school year starts, I will be working closely with each student to ensure their success. During my time as the 5-8 Resource Teacher, I gained a strong understanding of the Middle School Math, Science, and Social Studies curriculum. I will continue to work closely with these teachers to ensure the 5th graders are prepared for 6th grade.
I am grateful for your trust and support as their teacher, and feel free to contact me with any questions.
Many Blessings!
Also...I have created a new Amazon wish list of items that will help grow our library of knowledge and also improve my new way of teaching math and ensuring that each student continues to grow and learn in many different ways. We will also be learning study skills and I need supplies from my wish list to make this happen as well. Any donation is greatly appreciated. Link is here or under Amazon tab on the side... thank you!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3RS691H76HBK0?ref_=wl_share
Math: Finish Unit 2 and Begin Unit 3
Language Arts: Unit 1 Lesson 4
Religion:
Social Studies:
Finish Chapter 1: Geography of the United States
Class Code - YGDCQ
Class Order Due Date - 09/24/21
Dear Family,
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Krista Pankau
Reminder: No School Monday!
Math: Begin Unit 2
Language Arts: Unit 1 Lesson 3
Religion:
Social Studies:
Continue Chapter 1: Geography of the United States
Science: Please see Mrs. Binkley's page
**We will take the iReady test on Wednesday and Friday morning**
Math: Continue and finish Unit 1
Language Arts: Unit 1 Lesson 1
Religion:
Science: See Mrs. Binkley's Page
Social Studies
Continue Chapter 1: Geography of the United States
Lesson 1 objectives: