Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Teacher Introduction

For those of you who I haven't met yet, my name is Katelyn (Katie) Gerardi. This is my third year teaching, first year at Bethlehem! I have taught Middle School ELA/Reading and Writing and all subjects in 5th grade (Social Studies, Science, Math, ELA). I love teaching, but am especially blessed to be working with such an amazing group of students. Your children have been lights in my life, and have helped me in my ever growing journey in Christ.

I graduated from Central Michigan University with my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a concentrated minor in Language Arts.  I am currently in graduate school, also at Central Michigan University, working toward obtaining my Master's Degree in Educational Technology.

I was born in South Bend, Indiana (GO IRISH!) and was raised in San Diego, California. I moved to Michigan in the Fall of 2008 to pursue my teaching degree.

I have a handsome, loving, caring 5 year old son who recently transitioned to the Kindergarten class at Bethlehem. I can honestly say, that was the best decision as a parent I have probably ever made for him! We are enjoying growing and learning with our new family at Bethlehem!

Welcome back!!!

Hi Bethlehem friends and family!!!

I am so excited to be back for my third year teaching here as the Technology Teacher!! It is going to be a great year discovering innovative uses of technology and exploring hands on projects. Please look for newsletters that will be sent home on Thursday this week! I will post the grade level newsletters and updated information on my blog once every month. Since I only see your kiddos twice a week, our units will take roughly one month to complete.

Grades 6-8 will be using an electronic portfolio using a wiki space. This information will become available upon completion of our wiki space. We will have these created by the end of quarter 1. They will also be using Google Platform as a way of collaboration in our flipped classroom model.

All students must have a signed Google Apps For Education (GAFE) release form signed before they can use the internet/computers/chromebooks/iPads here at Bethlehem. This is important for security and privacy purposes.


If you should have any questions, comments or concerns, you can contact me at any time. My email address and phone number are listed below! Looking forward to another great year here at BLS!!! GO CHARGERS!!!

Teacher: Ms. Gerardi
Email: Gkatelyn@gocavs.net
Phone Number: 619-204-5691