Welcome Letter
Dear Parents and Students,
My journey through academia began at Marshall University by pursuing personal interests in science, technology, and languages. This pursuit yielded a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Science Education, and minors in Chemistry and Spanish. Coupled with my interest in Science is a passion for influencing the education of others. This sparked me to pursue and obtain state teacher certification, following in the educator footsteps of my mother and grandmother. Then, I continued my education by earning a M.A. Curriculum & Instruction/Teaching from Marshall University.
I began my professional career by relocating to North Carolina, and teaching middle grades students. I have since been fascinated by analyzing the relationships among curriculum instruction, and learning and motivation theories, and young adolescent learners. I obtained North Carolina teacher certification in the areas of middle grades mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts. I also obtained certification to teach the high school sciences. I have had the opportunity to teach sixth, seventh, and eighth graders language arts, math, science, and social studies. My particular interest in the educational technology field compelled me to complete coursework at UNCW in the area of Instructional Technology.
I have worked as a Teacher and Middle Grades Literacy Coach for Duplin County Schools and most recently teaching science and social studies at Smithfield Middle School. I am a self-directed leader with a depth of knowledge in curriculum, instruction, and learning who enjoys motivating the intellectual growth of others. I enjoy being an activator with motivation, energy, and enthusiasm to spare. This job experience has continued to refuel an unchanging personal passion and my purpose: positively influencing the education of others. I am very excited as I continue my journey forward at Moore Square!
Mr. Hunter
My journey through academia began at Marshall University by pursuing personal interests in science, technology, and languages. This pursuit yielded a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Science Education, and minors in Chemistry and Spanish. Coupled with my interest in Science is a passion for influencing the education of others. This sparked me to pursue and obtain state teacher certification, following in the educator footsteps of my mother and grandmother. Then, I continued my education by earning a M.A. Curriculum & Instruction/Teaching from Marshall University.
I began my professional career by relocating to North Carolina, and teaching middle grades students. I have since been fascinated by analyzing the relationships among curriculum instruction, and learning and motivation theories, and young adolescent learners. I obtained North Carolina teacher certification in the areas of middle grades mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts. I also obtained certification to teach the high school sciences. I have had the opportunity to teach sixth, seventh, and eighth graders language arts, math, science, and social studies. My particular interest in the educational technology field compelled me to complete coursework at UNCW in the area of Instructional Technology.
I have worked as a Teacher and Middle Grades Literacy Coach for Duplin County Schools and most recently teaching science and social studies at Smithfield Middle School. I am a self-directed leader with a depth of knowledge in curriculum, instruction, and learning who enjoys motivating the intellectual growth of others. I enjoy being an activator with motivation, energy, and enthusiasm to spare. This job experience has continued to refuel an unchanging personal passion and my purpose: positively influencing the education of others. I am very excited as I continue my journey forward at Moore Square!
Mr. Hunter
Daily Procedures
Beginning Class
When your feet cross the line at the classroom door, your mouth should close. You should go to your seat and begin working. You are here to work and to learn and I believe that it is important for working and learning to occur from the first second you enter the classroom. I will visit with each of you every day at the beginning of class. If you need to ask me a question or address a specific concern, then do this when I visit with you at the beginning of class. I will also use this time to take attendance and make last minute preparations for our class. Room/School Areas It is important for the classroom to remain neat, clean, and orderly. Students are not allowed to enter the teacher's desk without permission. Students are not allowed to use the sinks or the back cabinets without permission from the teacher. Students are not allowed in bookshelves or cabinets without the teacher's permission. Students should not use the computers without the permission of the teacher. Restroom/Drinks According to school rules, students should have a pass in the halls. Use the restroom between classes. You will not be allowed to use the restroom during instructional time. Writing In all of Mr. Hunter's classes, please be prepared to write with an ink pen of a dark color. Pencils are allowed, but I will not provide a pencil sharpener for you. Most of your assignments will be submitted electronically. I encourage parents to send in ink pens for students to use. Book bags Book bags are not allowed in the classroom. Desks Before you leave the room, I will check your desk to be sure that it is free of papers and books. The space around your desk should also be clean. Be prepared to clean up after yourself every day! Hallways When we walk through the hallways as a class, be prepared to square up! No talking in the hallways while other classes are in session. |
Be sure that your name and class period are written at the top, right-hand corner of all papers or electronic assignments that you submit. Without your name, you have no proof of submitting your assignment. All assignments on paper should be written in pencil or dark ink. You are allowed to write on the back of paper. Your work should be neat and complete. Incomplete assignments will not be graded. It is your responsibility to complete missing assignments. Check the website for assignments. Due dates on assignments will usually not change. If you need extra time on an assignment, please see me. We will do work every single day.
During independent assignments, there should be no talking. If you have an issue with working independently, then discuss it with me. We will collaborate and find a solution. I will always tell you the length of time you have to complete an independent assignment. Raise your hand if you need help. Do not say, "Mr. Hunter, Mr. Hunter, Mr. Hunter!" If I am working with another student, then patiently wait for me to finish with that student. I promise that everyone will get the help they need. If you finish your work early, be sure to check back over your work. You might be surprised by the number of mistakes you find! Once you have checked back over your assignment, then read something! There is no need for you to let me know that you have finished an assignment. I will be monitoring you while you work, so most likely I will know that you have finished already. When you finish your work, always hold onto it. I will collect everyone's work at one time. There will be times when the class will be interrupted by phone calls and visitors. If there is a visitor in the classroom or if the phone rings, you should remain perfectly quiet and be patient while I handle the interruption. You will be expected to keep track of your grade. You will keep a grade log for each quarter. As soon as I return graded work to you, it is important for you to add that grade to your grade log so that you will know what your grade is at all times. Use the internet responsibly and do not forget the acceptable use policy you signed. If you have to leave your space, do what you have to do and return to your seat. |
What will you learn this year?
Days 1-5: Introduction To Science
Days 6-40: Hydrosphere
Days 41-85: Interactions of Matter
Days 86-105: Diseases
Days 106-115: Biotechnology
Days 116-120: Use of Natural Resources
Days 121-150: Evolution of Landforms & Life
Days 151-160: Energy
Days 161-170 Populations & Ecosystems
Days 6-40: Hydrosphere
Days 41-85: Interactions of Matter
Days 86-105: Diseases
Days 106-115: Biotechnology
Days 116-120: Use of Natural Resources
Days 121-150: Evolution of Landforms & Life
Days 151-160: Energy
Days 161-170 Populations & Ecosystems