Mrs. Shandi Burke
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INTENSIVE
READING
Welcome to Mrs. Burke's Class!
Hello! My name is Shandi Burke and I teach Intensive Reading and coach Cross Country. I was born and raised in Tampa, Florida. I am married to my best friend, and I am a mother of four children who attend Sumter County schools. My interests include reading, running, nature and anything fantasy/ comics.
I began my teaching career at East Bay Senior High School (Gibsonton, FL) in 2005 where I taught both PE and reading. I have taught elementary, middle and high school. My passion is assisting students on their learning journey and encouraging them to discover their interests and unlock their potential. I believe that everyone has a unique gift and purpose; they only need to discover that gift and purpose.
I pride myself on treating my students exactly how I would want my children treated by their teachers and school. No one is left behind or forgotten. Every student in my classroom is a priority. My decision to become an educator is to make a positive impact on our community and world by developing confident, self-motivated learners.
Graduated: Riverview High School, Riverview, FL 2000
University of South Florida 2005
Concordia University Portland 2014
Degrees: B.S. Exercise Science, M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction Adolescent Literacy
Certifications: Elementary Education K-6, Physical Education K-12, ESOL Endorsed, Reading K-12.
" All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." - J.R.R. Tolkien