If you need to reach me for any reason, please do not hesitate
to email me at the above email address or call me at 424-2133, extension 1301.
Mrs. Nancy Brucker
Room 1
Ancient History
nbrucker@litchfieldsd.org
I am the newest member of the Black Bear Team (but not new to Litchfield Middle School), so here’s a little bit of information about me. This will be my 14th year teaching in Litchfield. My previous teaching experience includes teaching fifth grade here in Litchfield, teaching in Fairfax County, VA, where I taught Ancient History, and in Northampton, MA. I received a B.A. in History from the University of Texas at El Paso, and an Ed. M. from Smith College.
History is my favorite subject to share with students, so I am eager to teach them about the important individuals, ideas, and cultures that influence our world. We’ll be finding out about how and why the Ancient Egyptians placed so much importance on tombs and burials, why so much of our culture has its roots in Ancient Greek culture, how Romans were able to rule much of their known world, how the ancients interpreted their world through their many gods, and why castles are considered war machines. We’ll get to do some plays, create artifacts, and relive some periods through simulations. We’ll also be learning about the present geography of the regions where these ancient civilizations evolved.
If you need to reach me for any reason, you can email me at the above address or call me at 424-2133, ext. 1304
Ms. Jody Corbett
Room 26
Language Arts
jcorbett@litchfieldsd.org
In language arts this year, we will be working with the Sadlier-Oxford Vocabulary
Program and the Vocabulary from Classical Roots. In addition to lots of challenging
vocabulary, we will be working with the Glencoe grammar and writing program
and progress towards essay writing. We will also read several class novels,
as well as short stories and literature circle novels. If you have any questions,
comments, or concerns, please do not hesitate to email me at the above address.
If you are unable to, you may call me at extension 1322.
Mrs. Jeanne Henriquez
Special Services
jhenriquez@litchfieldsd.org
&
Mrs. Amy Paradise
Special Services Paraprofessional
Our team provides in-class support in content area subjects
for all students, with focus on the accommodations and modifications listed
in the IEPs of special education students. We also address the needs of students
during “directed” study through whole group, small group, and
individualized instruction.
Mrs. Faye O’Blenis
Room 27
Mathematics
foblenis@litchfieldsd.org
In seventh grade mathematics, we spend the year learning
how to “think mathematically.” Students in seventh grade will
be learning how to use reasoning and logic to solve math problems. In addition
to learning the concepts for the basis of algebra, students will be writing
about the concepts that they are learning. Students will be using hands-on
activities and games to solidify the ideas learned in class. I believe that
Math should be fun, so students will enjoy their Math learning experience
in seventh grade. In addition, I will hold a weekly after-school help session
for students who need a little more practice: More on that later. If you have
any questions, comments, or concerns, please email me at the above address.
Seventh grade is an important year in middle school. This is the year when
students are urged to become more independent and take more responsibility
for their own learning. Your child’s agenda is an important tool for
students, parents, and teachers to communicate as he or she establishes the
routine.
Lynne Ellis
Seventh Grade Guidance
lellis@litchfieldsd.org
Welcome to all of our Black Bears and their
families!
Seventh Grade Web Sites:
Mrs. Amy Berube
Ms. Jody Corbett
Ms. Lynne Ellis
Mrs. Nancy Brucker
