mrs. Zapien’s
2nd Grade
Classroom
Flagstone Elementary
My Classroom Philosophy
I love to spark students' curiosity and creativity. I believe in creating an environment that advocates for eager student learning, confidence and growth through discovery. Our classroom is filled with hands on learning to encourage, motivate and stimulate inquisitiveness. I look to encourage wisps of sparkling curiosity all the while providing a positive learning environment for academic growth.
About the Teacher:
Hello! My name is Jamie Zapien. I will be your student's second grade teacher this year. I am thrilled to get to know everyone as the school year commences. My husband and I relocated to Castle Rock in 2013 with our two daughters, Isabella (17) and Adriana (14). We moved from southern Colorado. In the summer I love to spend my time camping, fishing and four-wheeling. You can find me wrapped up in a book and drinking lattes when the weather turns dreary. My family and I have a Great Dane, Iroh. He loves to go on adventures and explore the world with us. We also have a Golden Retriever. Her name is Pepperjack & is still quite the puppy!
Education:
I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies K-8 at Western Governors University in the Spring of 2021. This is my fourth year teaching and my sixth year at Flagstone Elementary!
I will be starting my Master’s program, Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education, this Fall of ‘24. I have always found myself working to fulfill student’s potential through encouraging healthy and positive growth mindsets. I advocate for student growth by encouraging critical thinking, pushing creative boundaries, collaborating with peers and providing a positive learning environment.
Favorites:
- Drink: Cinnamon Dolce Lattes
- Subject: Incorporating STEaM into all subject areas
- Color: Buffalo Plaid!
- Candy: Starbursts
- Store: Target or Hobby Lobby
- Restaurant: Crave Burgers
Wisdom begins in Wonder
-Socrates
Schedule:
8:55-9:15 Rolling Start
9:30-11:40 Literacy Block
11:40-12:20 Lunch
12:30-1:40 Math
1:45-2:10 Recess/Snack
2:25-3:05 Specials
3:10-3:45 W.I.N./Discovery Time
4:00 Dismissal
School Supplies
- 1 Crayola washable markers (8 count)
- 1 Crayola crayons (24 count)
- 1 Crayola colored pencils
- 1 pack of glue sticks (4 count)
- 1 headphone
- 1 watercolor paint set
- 2 pack Ticonderoga pencils-sharpened (12 count)
- 2 pack Expo markers-black
- 2 primary composition notebook
- 1 tissue box
- 2 pink erasers
- 1 pair of scissors
- 1 hand sanitizer (fragrance free)
- 1 sharpie- black
- 1 1” three-ring binder
- 1 3-prong, plastic blue folder
- 1 3-prong, plastic yellow folder
- 1 3-prong, plastic green folder
Wish List
Items from this list are 100% appreciated but certainly not expected. These are a few resources that help us with our hands on learning & daily lessons and would be entirely welcome. Thank you for your generosity and support! Here is a link to Mrs. Zapien's Amazon Wish List.
Library Book Wish List:
Student Resources
We use clever.com to house all student applications. Reach out if you’d like a copy of your student’s password to access learning games, educational resources & other applications.
Grading
Exceeds: Student shows depth of knowledge of content on an assignment.
Meets: Student is working at grade level and has met expectations of an assignment.
Approaching: Student is working towards grade level expectations.
Does Not Meet: Student is performing below grade level expectations.
Contact Information
Open Door Policy
If you’re looking to volunteer within the classroom I have positions available throughout the year. Please make sure to sign up during Express Check-In & check in with the office each time you enter the school.
Office Hours
The best way to reach me is through email. My in-person office hours are from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and I will try to reply within 24 hours.
If there is an emergency or late notice (i.e., same day dismissal procedure for your student) please call FSE's front office.
Weekly newsletters will be sent out on Friday afternoons to inform all families of our learning and updates within the classroom.
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