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    All About Mrs. Spina
     
    BooksThis is my ninth year teaching sixth grade at Grover Cleveland Middle School.  Prior to arriving at GCMS, I taught at James Caldwell High School for a year.  I also coached Chiefs junior varsity cheerleading for a few years too.
     
    Before I became a teacher, I graduated from Livingston High School in 2000 and then went to Boston College.  I graduated from BC in 2004 with a Bachelor's degree in English and Secondary Education.  Later, I earned a Masters Degree in Special Education from Kean University and obtained certification in Supervision from Montclair State University.
     
    In my spare time, I enjoy reading, travelling, and spending time with my family.  My favorite authors include Lois Lowry, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Harlan Coben.  Although I was an English major in college, American History was my favorite subject in high school.  I especially enjoyed studying the Roaring '20s! 
     
    I am very excited to be teaching 6th grade Lanugage Arts at GCMS.  I anticipate many years of learning and fun!
     
    Fun Facts:
    • When I started college, I didn't begin as an education major.  I was studying Political Science and wanted to become a lawyer.  My roommates encouraged me to follow my love of teaching!
    • My favorite TV shows are Top Chef and Project Runway.
    • When I was in high school, I trained for the Junior Olympic Field Hockey Team.
    • I have two children- Olivia and Joey.

    Favorites:
    • Color: Blue
    • Food: Sushi
    • Drink: Coffee (Dunkin Donuts OR Starbucks!!)
    • Vacation Spot: Hawaii
    • Band: The Beatles
    • Movie: Mean Girls
    • Book: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzerald and The Giver by Lois Lowry
    • Subject when I was in 6th grade: Art 
     
     

     
Last Modified on September 15, 2015