Cathedral Elementary School
2ND GRADE
MRS. NATALIE SCHWINN
Educational Background
I was formed by 12 years of Catholic Education as a child/ young adult. I have a Bachelor's degree in Sociology/Interpersonal Communication from UW-La Crosse and I will soon finish my Masters of Arts in Teaching at Viterbo University. Also, I have received a Diocesean School of Lay Formation Degree, and a Diocesean School of Biblical Studies Degree.
Educational Experience
+ years with Aquinas Catholic Schools
+ years total teaching experience
8
12
I am married to Scott and together we have three daughters: Maria, Rosa, and Pearl. All three of our children have or are currently attending ACS. In my leisure I love to study and read; especially books on educational theory/methodology, theology, and books on the lives of the saints. I enjoy running, hiking, watching football, cooking, and sleeping.
Favorite quote: "The Glory of God is Man fully alive." St. Irenaeus.
Favorite Saint: Saint Joseph
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MY CLASSROOM
My central goal is to create a classroom family that supports and challenges academic and spiritual growth. My classroom is a structured and predictable place. My methodology incorporates manipulatives, movement, art, and music to facilitate learning. I incorporate religious education across the curriculum and focus on virtue formation as a secure route to grow academically, socially, and spiritually.
I feel called to the vocation of teaching young children because they exhibit the same tremendous wonder I feel when learning new things. I like the rhythm of the school year and being able to incorporate and celebrate the liturgical calendar along with my students.
COURSES
2nd Grade