What People “In The Know” Say About Ms. Granger

“Ms. Granger strives every day to make sure her students understand concepts and won’t leave them until they have fully comprehended them.  She believes that no student is unable to learn.  She wants all of her students to be great and will not stop until they are.”  - Brian, 7^th Grade Scholar

”Ms. Granger is one of the most dedicated and effective teachers I have ever met. She puts her whole heart into her training her scholars to become the change agents that this world so desperately needs. She pushes them to pass their own expectations, never settling for less than their best. It has been an incredible privilege to work with her and learn from her. She brings an incredible enthusiasm to her work each day, staying late to tutor current students and spur former students on to higher levels of learning. This woman literally lives and breathes teaching, pushing herself to become the very best educator she can be in order to spur her scholars forward”.  - Mrs. Camacho, 6^th Grade Instructor

“I nominate Ms. Granger as the Teacher of the Month. She works relentlessly every single day and is always coming up with innovative ways that she can have an impact on her students. Her NWEA scores were phenomenal and she is truly leading her students towards collegiate success. She embodies what a strong instructor, motivator, and leader should be. Her work not only inspires her students, but she also inspires her colleagues with her diligence and dedication.” - Ms. Jamison-Dunn, Director of Instruction

Ms. Granger’s Quick Facts:

Position: 6^th Grade Instructor

Education: Chicago State University

Birthday: February 23^rd (THIS MONTH!!!)  

Favorite Treats: Mr. Goodbar and strawberries

What superpower she would like: To fly in order to avoid traffic!

Hobbies: Writing short stories

Why she is excited about the 2011-2012 school year:  Exceeding Standards on the ISAT!!!

Ms. Granger’s Achievements:

2010-2011 NWEA Results:

1.6 years of growth in Reading

1.5 years of growth in Math

2011 ISAT Results:

81% of students “Meeting or Exceeding Standards” in Math

2011-2012 NWEA Results:

(This is in 60 days of instruction ladies and gentlemen…)

1.5 years of growth in Reading

1.2 years of growth in Math

2011-2012 Accelerated Math and Accelerated Reader Results:

In 20 weeks of instruction her scholars have achieved:

AM: 1,400 Objectives Mastered  AR: 952 Points Achieved