Welcome to Sixth Grade
Teacher Biography
Teaching is not just a career choice for me; it is a passion, a lifelong commitment. There is nothing I would rather do than excite and engage students about their education. I have searched for ways to fulfill my desire to help others become as on fire about learning as I am. This led me to tutoring, substitute teaching in the EVSC, babysitting, working as a camp counselor, and working as a volunteer teacher in Costa Rica. The lessons I learned through these and other teaching experiences are far greater than any lesson taught in college. I have gained great insights for teaching and interacting with students in a positive, fun, and exciting way.
Now, I am proud to be teaching at the best school in the world. Ok, so I can’t exactly say that for sure since I haven’t visited every school, but in all honesty, I have NEVER been to a better school! I love challenging my 6th graders with LA and religion and the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade during Math! I have also had the opportunity to begin teaching middle school fitness and LOVE every minute! We are quickly learning together new ways to work out (everything from Zumba to kick boxing!) I AM ALSO TEACHING 6TH AND 7TH GRADE TECHNOLOGY WHERE THE STUDENTS ARE LEARNING TO CODE! God has blessed me with the best students, school, and co-workers!
I am dedicated to helping students achieve at their highest potential. Students will realize that learning is not a passive activity but instead an active experience which demands interaction and full participation. It is also essential for students to think critically, clearly, and creatively. I understand the complex variety of student learning styles and my lessons include diverse activities to reach each child at their level and style.
Even though academic achievement is critical, physical, social, and emotional development is also a priority. While meeting the Indiana Department of Education Standards,a variety of opportunities for students to form meaningful and responsible relationships are provided. I strive to foster team work, creativity, self-motivation, self-respect, communication, curiosity and responsibility.
As a 16 year participant in formal education, I realize that school is not always "fun." One of my biggest goals is to intrinsically motivate my students to want to learn. Educational games, activities, and projects are simply a few ways to excite students in their learning. I try to live by my personal belief that if the teacher is bored or simply not excited about the lesson, the students will have the same feelings!
Fun Facts about Mrs. Cadden
-I was married the summer of 2012 to the boy of my dreams. In 2013, we were blessed with an incredibly happy baby, Jaxon. In 2016, we were blessed once again with Blaze and in 2019 we were blessed once again with Chase.
-Ice-cream is my FAVORITE!!!
-I love life!
-Faith, listening to Christian music, and St. Anthony help me stay positive and happy.
-I have 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 2 sisters-in-law, 2 brothers-in-law, TONS OF NIECES AND NEPHEWS, and the best parents in the world.
-I grew up on a small farm in Schnellville, IN (where there are more cows than people).
-Sitting still is not something I enjoy. I can definitely relate to students who struggle with sitting for hours!
-I love planning themed parties for my friends and family
Teaching is not just a career choice for me; it is a passion, a lifelong commitment. There is nothing I would rather do than excite and engage students about their education. I have searched for ways to fulfill my desire to help others become as on fire about learning as I am. This led me to tutoring, substitute teaching in the EVSC, babysitting, working as a camp counselor, and working as a volunteer teacher in Costa Rica. The lessons I learned through these and other teaching experiences are far greater than any lesson taught in college. I have gained great insights for teaching and interacting with students in a positive, fun, and exciting way.
Now, I am proud to be teaching at the best school in the world. Ok, so I can’t exactly say that for sure since I haven’t visited every school, but in all honesty, I have NEVER been to a better school! I love challenging my 6th graders with LA and religion and the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade during Math! I have also had the opportunity to begin teaching middle school fitness and LOVE every minute! We are quickly learning together new ways to work out (everything from Zumba to kick boxing!) I AM ALSO TEACHING 6TH AND 7TH GRADE TECHNOLOGY WHERE THE STUDENTS ARE LEARNING TO CODE! God has blessed me with the best students, school, and co-workers!
I am dedicated to helping students achieve at their highest potential. Students will realize that learning is not a passive activity but instead an active experience which demands interaction and full participation. It is also essential for students to think critically, clearly, and creatively. I understand the complex variety of student learning styles and my lessons include diverse activities to reach each child at their level and style.
Even though academic achievement is critical, physical, social, and emotional development is also a priority. While meeting the Indiana Department of Education Standards,a variety of opportunities for students to form meaningful and responsible relationships are provided. I strive to foster team work, creativity, self-motivation, self-respect, communication, curiosity and responsibility.
As a 16 year participant in formal education, I realize that school is not always "fun." One of my biggest goals is to intrinsically motivate my students to want to learn. Educational games, activities, and projects are simply a few ways to excite students in their learning. I try to live by my personal belief that if the teacher is bored or simply not excited about the lesson, the students will have the same feelings!
Fun Facts about Mrs. Cadden
-I was married the summer of 2012 to the boy of my dreams. In 2013, we were blessed with an incredibly happy baby, Jaxon. In 2016, we were blessed once again with Blaze and in 2019 we were blessed once again with Chase.
-Ice-cream is my FAVORITE!!!
-I love life!
-Faith, listening to Christian music, and St. Anthony help me stay positive and happy.
-I have 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 2 sisters-in-law, 2 brothers-in-law, TONS OF NIECES AND NEPHEWS, and the best parents in the world.
-I grew up on a small farm in Schnellville, IN (where there are more cows than people).
-Sitting still is not something I enjoy. I can definitely relate to students who struggle with sitting for hours!
-I love planning themed parties for my friends and family
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