1. Meet the Teacher Night Catherine Trinkle, M.L.S. English Teacher

2. My Credentials B.A. Political Science & Geography My Teaching License: Economics, English, Library Services, U.S. History, Geography, economics and Government Working toward my Ph.D. in Educational Leadership (with an emphasis on technology) at the University of Indianapolis.

3. 96.3% of students will become better writers (% based on student course evaluation data 2011-2012) The concept of failure 10,000 hours Best practices in reading instruction College, career, and citizenship readiness

4. Collaboration is Key Each grade level works closely together to design curriculum & instruction. Ms. Brittney Wood and I share everything. She is the creative teacher; I am the geeky “research says” teacher. With Mr. Nathan Houston adding questions, we’re a dynamic team.

5. English 12 Syllabus highlights

6. A request… Please do not text your child during English class.