About Us
The 3rd Grade Team of Teachers are pleased to work with you. The support and cooperation from our parents and guardians truly contributes to a positive learning environment for our students, and your dear children.
In third-grade, there are two classes that teach in English and two classes fully immersed that teach solely in French. Interaction with the French and English student body takes place during our Specials, such as Art, PE, and Music, and during Lunch and Recess. Although we teach under two programs, we are one family, and are committed to giving the best to all learners.
Students learn from each other and it is wonderful to see those in the French Program teaching their English-speaking peers the French language and even those in the English Program, who speak Spanish for instance, teach a few Spanish words to both groups.
The third-grade teachers center much of their instruction on collaboration, and frequently highlight the value in diversity. We learn from each other every day and hope to collaborate with you too, to better serve all our students. Please consider joining the PTA if you haven't done so already. Thank you and we wish you a great school year.
In third-grade, there are two classes that teach in English and two classes fully immersed that teach solely in French. Interaction with the French and English student body takes place during our Specials, such as Art, PE, and Music, and during Lunch and Recess. Although we teach under two programs, we are one family, and are committed to giving the best to all learners.
Students learn from each other and it is wonderful to see those in the French Program teaching their English-speaking peers the French language and even those in the English Program, who speak Spanish for instance, teach a few Spanish words to both groups.
The third-grade teachers center much of their instruction on collaboration, and frequently highlight the value in diversity. We learn from each other every day and hope to collaborate with you too, to better serve all our students. Please consider joining the PTA if you haven't done so already. Thank you and we wish you a great school year.
Mrs. Adeoye• Mrs. Adeoye is the Instructional Team Leader for 3rd Grade and is also one of the teachers in the English Program. She has spent many years working with students in Howard County, Baltimore County, DC Public Schools and Montgomery County Public Schools, as a substitute teacher. This allowed Mrs. Adeoye to travel to multiple lands including South Korea, Nigeria, France, Latvia, Estonia, Finland, Russia, London and other common destinations. Mrs. Adeoye also studied abroad at the Universite de Jean Moulin III in Lyon, France with a concentration in Intercultural Communication. She is a graduate of Baruch College in New York and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Communication and is also currently a student at McDaniel College, in Westminster, MD to obtain a Master’s Degree to Teach English as a Second Other Language. Mrs. Adeoye is certified to teach Early Childhood Education as well as Special Education. She is always excited to teach students new mathematical concepts and to help students that could benefit from social/emotional support.
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Mme. OmatokoMme. Omatoko is an experienced French Teacher dedicated to the 3rd Grade Students in the French Immersion Program. The 2017-2018 school year marks Mme. Omatoko's 9th year of classroom experience that spans teaching French from PreK - middle school. Before coming to Maryvale, Mme Omatoko gained experience with teaching French in a full immersion International Baccalaureate school, as well. She works collaboratively with her teaching partner and with the French Immersion, team leader, Michelle-Anne Riley. Mme. Omatoko is a graduate of George Mason University with a Bachelor's degree in International Affairs and Conflict Resolution. Additionally, she holds a Master's degree in Education from Liberty University.
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Mlle. KadounoMlle. Kadouno is a dual-certified educator in both French and English. During the 2016-2017 school year, Mlle. Kadouno manifested dedication and served as one of the 3rd Grade English teachers. She is now one of our 3rd Grade French Immersion Teachers and continues to demonstrate commitment and strong classroom management skills. Mlle. Kadouno crafted her teaching philosophy while working with students in Prince Georges County Public Schools. She believes strongly in student engagement and collaboration. In her classroom, students develop public speaking skills, confidence, and are also taught how to use technology to enhance their presentations. Mme. Kadouno is a graduate of Trinity Washington University with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and is also pursuing a Master’s degree in Second Language Acquisition (TESOL) from American University. Mlle. Kadouno serves as the 3rd Grade Field Trip Coordinator to arrange activities that connect real life application to both the English and French curriculum.
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Mrs. AnkrahMrs. Erline Germain did an amazing job as the long term substitute teacher during February through April. We appreciate the dedication she had shown!
Mrs. Ankrah, a teacher in our English Program, is a graduate of Loyola University and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. She has previous experience working with 3rd Grade students in Montgomery County Public Schools. Mrs. Ankrah strategically analyzes how to reach her students and she thoroughly plans ahead to meet the needs for all learners. Her classroom is inviting and showcases visual aids to encourage her students to persist in their learning and to support them to recall key academic vocabulary. She recognizes that Maryvale Elementary has extraordinary talent within their staff members and eagerly seeks suggestions to implement in her classroom. Her drive to help her students is evident in the way she speaks to them and her friendly disposition. Mrs. Ankrah is very organized and serves as our 3rd Grade Newsletter Editor. She ensures that the newsletter posts are accurate and communicates timely information. |