Profile
6TH GRADERS-
What a Year It's Going Be!
This year marks my 22nd year at HCMS and what a journey it has been! I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree and a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. My primary focus has been ELA for the past few years. but recently I shifted positions to fill the social studies role for our team. The 6th grade social studies curriculum explores the fascinating topic of ancient civilizations, which I love. I've also taught science, ELA, and math (previous district) and equally enjoyed teaching all the subject areas. In addition to teaching, I am presently a HCMS Drama/Speech coach and a Scholastic Bowl advisor/coach. I've also served on various committees throughout the years at HCMS, creating materials for ELA and social studies curriculum and instruction. In addition, I've served as SLT team leader; wrote initial grants for the HCMS Rebecca Caudill program; produced the HCMS newsletter for 4 yrs; served as the NJHS advisor for the founding HCMS chapter with Stacy Rutovic; served on the Charitable Giving Committee and coordinated the HCMS "Letters to Santa" program for 21 years. (this is part of the list)
When I'm not attending or involved with one of the many events at HCMS, our growing family, pets, and family adventures, ensure there's never a dull moment.
Make this a year to remember!
There's always something happening at "The Creek," and we encourage our students to become involved, explore different clubs, sports, intramurals, and discover their potential.
Renee Grady
Social Studies
A weekly Team 6B Newsletter for parents and students will be sent weekly through email every Friday afternoon. Please make sure you are opening these. If you are not receiving the team newsletter, please contact the front office and confirm your current email addresses on file.
Students will be using Microsoft Teams. Students also have the ability to send messages to staff through the Teams Chat feature.
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STUDENT LEARNING EXPECTATIONS
- Bring Social Studies binder & basic supplies to class.
- Homework needs to be completed by due date (do not wait until the beginning of the next class to seek help, if needed.)
- Be Responsible, Be Respectful and Be Safe while working online
- Be respectful of classmates
- Be responsible for your district issued device while at home. Do not have food or drink near your device and keep your device in a safe spot while not in use. Charge your device each night.
- If you experience technology issues with your device, please fill out the form here: https://www.fsd157c.org/page?page=416 with your specific issue.
- Please review the handbook rules (cell phone usage, etc.)
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Team 6B
Renee' Grady (Social Studies)
Jackie Brendlinger (Math)
Rebecca Schumacher (Science)
Amy Cumbee (ELA)
Carolyn LeGrande (Math)
Erica Fredericks (ELA)
Michelle Matz (Math Interventionist)
Sarah Bakke (Reading Interventionist)
Horizon Schools to Watch, 2022, 2024-25
Hickory Creek Middle School - 2018-19 National Blue Ribbon School, 2024-25 National Blue Ribbon School
Exemplary School Rating from ISBE
