Reading and Language Arts
Mrs. Chenoweth
Reading - Grade 6, 7
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Hello! I am Mrs. Chenoweth, and I teach Reading here at Caloosa Middle School. I am originally from Buffalo, NY which makes me a Buffalo Bills fan. Go Bills! I like to spend my time volunteering at the Animal Refuge Center where I recently adopted two dogs - Mina and Murray. I also like to read, which is what led me to become a reading teacher. In our reading class, you will learn all the skills you need to become a better reader. You will get a chance to work on your very own reading path with lessons designed just for you as well as work with classmates to practice the most important skills. Together we can go far!
Mrs. Fisher
Reading - Grade 6, 7, 8
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Mrs. Yeatter
Reading - Grade 7, 8
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Hi Cougar families! My name is Brittany Yeatter and this is my 2nd year working at Caloosa Middle. My journey with Caloosa actually started about 20 years ago, however, when I was student at this very school! I feel so fortunate to be back inside these walls, teaching 7th and 8th grade reading this year. I have loved being back in the classroom with our students and am so excited for the rest of the school year watching our students learn and grow.
Ms. Van Alstyne
Reading - Grade 7,8
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My name is Nancy Van Alstyne. I have been a middle school Language arts and Reading teacher for sixteen years. The thing I like most about teaching is everyday I get to inspire, support, and mentor to make a difference in someone's life. I get the opportunity to discover and share some of the best parts of ourselves as we grow throughout the year.
Mrs. Ford
Reading - Grade 7,8
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Howdy Scholars! My name is Mrs. Ford, and I teach 7th and 8th Graders here at Caloosa. I teach Advanced Reading as well as AVID. AVID is a program for students who are interested in attending college. When you walk into my classroom, you will find yourself welcome in a safe place surrounded by friends you haven't made yet!
Ms. Freeman
Reading - Grade 7
I am Mrs. Freeman and I am a reading teacher here at Caloosa Middle. I have been teaching for 12 years, but this will be my first year as a part of the Caloosa team and I am so excited! I am originally from Indiana but moved to Florida in 2001. I have two boys, named Brycen and Rylan, a morkie named Cricket, and a bearded dragon named Loki. I enjoy fishing and taking trips with my family, crocheting, and of course READING! I'm looking forward to meeting all of you and having a great year together.
Mr. Marx
Reading - Grade 7, 8
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Hello, I am Mr. Marx. I am a 7th and 8th grade reading teacher here at Caloosa Middle School. This is my first year with the district and I am happy to be here. My goal in the classroom is to have an engaging learning environment with many opportunities for students to improve their reading skills. I would also like to encourage a love for reading and a passion for learning. I’m looking forward to meeting you all and I’m looking forward to a great year.
Mr. Rokosh
Reading - Grade 6, 7, 8
I have been teaching for 16 years in both New Jersey and Florida. After a period of time as a business owner, for the past 12 years I have taught, counseled, and mentored students in the Lee County School District. This will be my first year at Caloosa Middle teaching Reading. I look forward to working with the students at Caloosa.
Ms. Jeannette Hernandez
ELA - Grade 7
Hi! My name is Jeannette Hernandez and I am so excited to teach ESOL students this year. It's going to be a wonderful year full of learning and growth. I was born in Puerto Rico and raised in New York City. I was an ESOL student myself growing up and faced many struggles, but I never gave up and became better by reading. Yes, reading is essential for growth. I look forward to meeting many of you and making a difference in your lives.
Mrs. Aragon
Language Arts - Grade 6
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Hi! My name is Meagan Aragon and I am thrilled to step into my second year of teaching. I am a 6th grade Language Arts teacher at Caloosa Middle School. I was born in Chicago, IL, but I moved to Cape Coral to escape the snow. I graduated Florida SouthWestern State College with my Bachelors in Education (CLASS OF 2019). I always knew I wanted to be a teacher because I want to make an impact in education and I love learning.
Ms. Fernandez
Language Arts - Grade 6
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Hola! Bonjour! Konnichiwa! Aloha!
My name is Ms. Fernandez and I love sushi and iced coffee (very important information). I am a 6th grade Language Arts teacher at Caloosa Middle School. Long ago, I was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, so, anything under 68 degrees is FREEZING! Don’t get me wrong, I will still have my ICED coffee in my hand.
From a young age, I knew that teaching was my passion. Learning has always been exciting for me along with being able to inspire others to love learning as well. Also, teaching runs through my veins! My father was a teacher and a principal at a high school in Cuba, and my mother was a Biology teacher at the same school. Cool, right?
In my classroom, we believe in the "THREE R's" to be successful: Respectful, Responsible, and Ready.
I am thrilled to meet you and begin your middle school journey together. I look forward to teaching you new things and learning new things, as well as making your 6th grade year as enjoyable and memorable as possible. I believe that challenges shape us to become better individuals. We will undoubtedly make the best of every challenge and learn every step of the way, one step at a time. Once a Caloosa Cougar, always a Caloosa Cougar!
Ms. Amato
Language Arts - Grade 6
My name is Gina Amato. This will be my 19th year teaching in Lee County. I teach 6th grade ELA. I love writing, especially poetry. I have a very energetic pup named Reese who is 3 years old. I am very excited to be a part of the Caloosa Middle family.
Ms. Wold
Language Arts - Grade 7, 8
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Mrs. Walters
Language Arts - Grade 7
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Greetings future cougars! I can't wait to meet you. I have taught for twenty four years grades Pre-K-High School. I have a large family, 8 children! Plus three grandchildren, even better. I love kids and love to write. Writing has been a passion of mine for many years. I am from Montana and love the outdoors, reading,writing,kayaking,riding bikes, art, and music plus dance. I incorporate all kinds of different ways to learn and have a very comfortable room with bean bags, rocking chairs, and yoga balls. Not all kids learn the same way so I like to teach in different ways. One more thing I love to debate and teach Debate and English Language Arts!
I would love to see your smiling face in my classroom. Go Cougars!