Profile Information

KATHERINE BLANCHARD

Roles

Educator

Levels

Grade 3 (ages 7-8)

Subjects

English as a Second Language, English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies

About me

I am a second-generation Dare County teacher, returning to the OBX after completing two degrees from East Carolina University (BA & MAEd in Elementary Education). While I'm happiest with third graders, I also hold licensure in Middle Grades Language Arts and Academically Gifted instruction. My passion for facilitating engaging, relevant, and diverse experiences for all children was recognized in 2017, when I was chosen as the Nags Head Elementary School Teacher of the Year. Following that honor, I was named Dare County Schools’ Teacher of the Year, and selected as one of two regional finalists for the 2017-18 NC Region I Teacher of the Year. When I'm not in my (virtual) classroom, I am teaching my own kids the lyrics to Hamilton and texting with friends about what I'm reading, despite being a part of several failed book clubs.

I am excited to learn more about GoOpenNC and utilize it more effectively as a go-to place for resources. I am also looking forward to being able to collaborate in a safe space and learn from those who know far more than I do about how to most meaningfully implement Culturally Relevant Teaching.