Welcome to Mrs. Perkins' webpage
Contact information: [email protected]
989-729-5523
Welcome to the 2017-18 school year. This is my 29th year of teaching. I am currently team teaching one English 9 class, one World History and I also teach three hours of Study Skills.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PHILOSOPHY
At OHS, we have embraced the IB program and all that is has to offer the students here. In my classes,
I will strive to do the following:
- encourage thinking on a global level
- introduce real-world applications and connections
- show the importance of both taking risks & being open-minded
- give time and encouragement for questions and inquiry
IB LEARNER PROFILE
I will encourage my students to do the following:
Inquire – ask questions, be curious, find answers
Gain Knowledge – explore, dig deeper, learn about your world
Think – exercise your brain, be patient with your thoughts
Communicate – share, speak to others, write your thoughts
Be Principled – do the right thing, stand up for your beliefs, own your behaviors
Be Open-minded – accept others, appreciate differences, vary perspective
Care – be compassionate, be positive, boost confidence in others
Take Risks– be brave, build independence, have the courage to try new things
Maintain Balance – find time for physical activity, building relationships, staying on top of studies, and taking care of yourself and your family
Reflect – give thought to your experiences, discover your strengths and limitations