Math U Know!!
Parents and Students,
I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you into the exciting world of mathematics featuring Tamara Whittington. I am excited about having you in my classroom this year; I am equally excited to work with parents to ensure the success of your child. I strongly encourage each of you to take an active role in your child's education.
Hammond Junior High Magnet School will be involved in two beneficial and extraordinary programs for the 2013-2014 school year. The programs include The Teacher Advancement Program (TAP) and the STEM curriculm. The Teacher Advancement Program (TAP) is committed to Teacher Excellence and Student Achievement ; moreover, it will provide opportunities for all. Hammond Junior High Magnet School is also a Magnet STEM Scool. Through the STEM curriculum the students will have the opportunities exposure to various areas of interaction which leads to their becoming increasingly aware of their learning and the real world.
Here are a few quick facts about Mrs. Whittington. I am a native of Cleveland, Mississippi and have been residing in Hammond, Louisiana for twenty-three years. I am married to Derek Whittington and we have two wonderful children, Ryan and Jasmine. I have been teaching for twenty-two years in Tangipahoa Parish School System. I am the 2013-2014 Tangipahoa Parish District MiddleSchool Teacher of the Year as well as a seimi-finalist for the State of Louisiana Teacher of the Year. I love shopping and spending quality time with my family. I am very passionate about my profession. It is my personal belief that all children can learn at some level.
This will be a very important school year for your child. This year your child will be taking the LEAP Test. Please do not hesitate to call me; I will do my best to keep you abreast of your child's progress. I look forward to meeting and working with each of you.
Tamara Whittington
8th Grade Mathematics/TAP Mentor Teacher
Hammond Junior High Magnet School
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