Miss Sprouse
I am so excited and thankful to be starting my 2nd year as a 2nd grade teacher at Lake in the Hills Elementary! I love working with primary students and have a passion for teaching reading! I have known since first grade that I wanted to be a teacher, and I believe it is because of my first teacher who made that classroom feel like a second home, surrounding me with encouragement, knowledge, love, and support. I am so excited to have the opportunity to create my own type of magical classroom, just like the one I had, for my students!
I grew up in Huntley, IL and lived there for 18 years. I have a younger brother named Andrew who is attending college and playing hockey. I attended a private Catholic school in Woodstock from K-8th grade. When I graduated from Huntley High School, I went to Illinois State University and obtained my Elementary Education degree. I had the privilege to participate in a one-year student teaching program in Elgin (U-46) where I student taught for a full year in a first grade classroom! It was during this year that I fell in love with the primary level and really took an interest in literacy. Since graduation, I have begun a Masters in Literacy program through Northern Illinois University.
I grew up in Huntley, IL and lived there for 18 years. I have a younger brother named Andrew who is attending college and playing hockey. I attended a private Catholic school in Woodstock from K-8th grade. When I graduated from Huntley High School, I went to Illinois State University and obtained my Elementary Education degree. I had the privilege to participate in a one-year student teaching program in Elgin (U-46) where I student taught for a full year in a first grade classroom! It was during this year that I fell in love with the primary level and really took an interest in literacy. Since graduation, I have begun a Masters in Literacy program through Northern Illinois University.
When I'm not teaching, I am spending time with my fiance, Pat! We recently got engaged this summer and I am having a blast planning our wedding! I also spend all my time with my adorable little puppy, Penny! She is a mini golden doodle and she just turned 2 in August. Her personality is so funny and she is a blast to play with! I often tell stories about her throughout the year. Other activities I enjoy doing are: scrapbooking, shopping, traveling, baking, reading, and spending time with friends and family!
A Few of my Favorite Things:
Favorite Color: Yellow
Favorite Season: Fall
Favorite Type of Music: Country
Favorite Subject: Reading
Favorite Author: Dr. Seuss
Favorite Animal: Dog
Favorite Drink: Coca-Cola
Favorite Store: Target
Favorite Sport: Volleyball (I like to play) or Hockey (I like to watch)
Favorite Restaurant: TGI Fridays or Lou Malnati's ( I love deep dish pizza!)