allaboutmrsburnett

My name is Mrs. Burnett. This is my second year teaching second grade. I can't imagine doing anything more rewarding and exciting! My hobbies include reading, scrapbooking, shopping, and working on my web page. Here are a few of my favorites:

Books	Little House Series, Tuesdays with Morrie
Magazine	Real Simple
Color	Green
Sayings	"If you fail to plan, you plan to fail" "A mind once stretched by a new idea never returns to it's original dimensions" "Be alert...because we need more 'lerts in this world!"
T.V. Shows	Anything on HGTV, American Idol, Dancing with the Stars
Food	lobster, spinach dip, anything with chocolate!
Movies	Father of the Bride, Holes
Places	St. Pete's Beach, my patio in summer
Things to do	travel, spend time with family
Restaurants	Hotel Grande, Lobster House
Flower	Deep Purple Bearded Iris

In my classroom I work very hard to create an atmosphere of community. The students know from the minute they walk in the door that there is a feeling of mutual respect and communication. I believe every student has something wonderful to offer and it is my job to help them discover and explore it. Students understand that everyone needs to collaborate and cooperate for us to achieve our ultimate success. Children will usually rise to your expectations. That is why I believe in high expectations, yet I celebrate the smallest of accomplishments. Students in my room know they are never in competition with anyone other than themselves. It is their own drive to do a little better each time that fuels them on. I believe for anyone to learn they must be treated with kindness, understanding, and compassion. We learn, we laugh, and we grow!