Welcome to Mrs. D'Amore's Class!
My name is Carrie D’Amore. I am a licensed Elementary Education teacher who is very passionate about Catholic education. I am certified K-8th grade and have loved being involved with education in one way or another as long as I can remember. I taught Kindergarten for 2 years and then 3rd grade for 5 years. I was promoted to be Dean of Academics for 1 year before beginning a family of my own. Being a teacher is part of what makes me tick!
I have been married for 21 years. Beginning in 2006, my husband Andrew and I had 3 children and I was blessed to have the ability to stay home for 12 years to teach, guide and care for them. In 2017, I was hired at Prince of Peace Catholic School in Lake Villa to be a part-time Kindergarten Assistant. I thoroughly enjoyed this role for 5 years, learning so much from the “mouths of babes”.
In 2023, I worked my way back into the classroom, teaching Kindergarten at Prince Of Peace Catholic School in Lake Villa.
I love watching each student learn at their own level and seeing the “lightbulb” go off for them; that ah-ha moment! I use small groups where possible to individualize learning. The number of rewards I receive as an educator are prolific.
This year, here at St. Joseph’s, I will teach third grade. My son Drew is here in 7th grade and my 2 daughters are Isabella-a Freshman at Loras College and Lia-a senior at Carmel Catholic High School.
Some of my hobbies include watching my kids play sports and going to professional sporting events. I really enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, taking our dog Luna on long walks and reading a good book.
I attended Saint Joseph College, in Rensselaer, IN and had the privilege of also being a student athlete, playing Division II soccer there.
Being an educator teaches me so much about myself and enriches my own love of learning.
I will give the students my best and look forward to getting to know them all better. I believe good communication is a necessity in any working relationship. Please do not hesitate to come to me with any questions or concerns you may have. I want to also mention that we are so very fortunate to have Mrs. Susan Bronken returning and Mrs. Andrea Graham as our Instructional Aides. Together we will make a great team for the continued success of your child’s learning experience!
*Always appreciated, but never expected-please see our Amazon Wishlist! We have so many fun things to do. It will update as we add items throughout the year. Thank you for your consideration!
As we approach the final week of the school year, the last 2.5 days will be busy!
Monday
Dress down for 1st-7th grade (K is dressed up for graduation)
Students will be cleaning out and bringing all items home. Please bring an extra bag if your child feels they will need it to carry stuff out of the building.
Tuesday
Field day! A big thank you to Jen Wilmer and all the volunteers who coordinated this event!
Students should wear their spirit wear shirt they received in the fall. If their shirt no longer fits, please try to wear a shirt the same color, so it is easy to identify each grade.
Bring a refillable water bottle, it will be hot!
No EDP
Wednesday
Last day of school!
Mass at 8:30am
Dismissal at 10am (No EDP)
Report cards go home
Students may dress down, but be mindful we are going to mass.
Have a wonderful summer!
**We will continue I-Ready testing this week! Please have your student get a good night’s rest and eat a good breakfast each day. I really want to see their progress.:)
Reading, Spelling and Writing: Unit 5, Week 4: Nora’s Ark (Historical Fiction)
Students will be able to-
Math: Begin Chapter 12: Represent and Interpret Data (didn’t start due to I-Ready testing)
Religion: (Easter Season) Unit 2 Session 9-Jesus Dies and Rises
Students will be able to-
We will wrap up Session 9!
Science: Chapter 4 wrap-up
Students will-
Reminders:
**We will begin I-Ready testing this week! Please have your student get a good night’s rest and eat a good breakfast each day. I really want to see their progress.:)
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**Please read above!**Reading, Spelling and Writing: Unit 5, Week 3: A Safety Plan: In Case of Emergency (Procedural Text)
Students will be able to-
Math: Chapter 13 wrap-up
Students will be able to-
Begin Chapter 12: Represent and Interpret Data
Religion: (Easter Season) Unit 2 Session 9-Jesus Dies and Rises
Students will be able to-
Science: Chapter 4 wrap-up
Students will-
We will only meet on Thursday this week due to the Talent Show Friday. Students will take- Chapter 4 Living Things test Thursday!
Reminders:
