3rd & 4th Grade "Super Savers"
The name of the 3rd and 4th Grade house is Super Savers. We believe that if a student begins saving at an early age, they will be super savers by the time they graduate. In Super Savers, we are a community. We work together and support each other - teachers and students alike. In 3rd and 4th grades, responsibility, independence and leadership are stressed. Reading, Math, and Language Arts skills are mastered and then extended using various resources and materials. Computers are a part of our daily instruction.
3rd Grade Staff
Laurie Bauer - Lead Teacher- I am in my 4th year of teaching 3rd grade at BEAM. I graduated from St. Norbert College with degrees in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I am certified to teach PreK-8th grade and I began my teaching career over 20 years ago. I am married and have two children. I enjoy reading, taking walks, and traveling. I believe in challenging each student to reach beyond his/her potential.
Adrienne Fluker - I have been teaching 11 years, 7 of which have been at BEAM. I have Professional licenses for 1-8th grade, 1-9 grade social studies/history and social work. My favorite quote is, "they may forget what you said but they will never forget how you made them feel," Carol Buchner. When not in school I practice Kempo Goju Karate and I love to read.
Sandra Johnson - I have three years subbing experience, which has given me a lot of great knowledge and experience working with all grades and subject areas. This is my first year at BEAM. I got my teaching degree in St. Petersburg, Florida and have my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I am licensed to teach PreK-5th grades. My two favorite quotes are by Maya Angelou, "When you learn, teach; when you get, give." "I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it." When I am not teaching I enjoy spending time with my family, camping, bowling, and exercising.
Angela Steenwyk - This is my 20th year teaching, but my 5th year at BEAM. I have a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education and am working on my Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. Outside of BEAM, I like to read, go for hikes, and enjoy my daughters' activities.
4th Grade Staff
Carolyn Fitzgerald - I am currently teaching 4th grade at BEAM. I have been part of the BEAM family for nine years, and this is my 20th year of teaching. My greatest satisfaction is seeing students succeed and watching them develop a love of learning. I graduated from UW-Milwaukee with a Bachelors of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling. I received my teaching degree from Alverno College. My license covers grades 1 to 8. My favorite quote comes from my best friend, "What comes from the heart touches the heart."
Anthony Redditt - This is my 21st year of teaching, but my first year at BEAM. I graduated from the University of Mississippi, Marquette University, and Lakeland College. My favorite quote is "if there is no struggle, there is no progress." Outside of BEAM, I enjoy spending time with my family, playing sports, exercising, reading, watching documentaries, and relaxing.
Adam Krueger - This is my first year as a professional educator and my first year at BEAM. I received my Middle Childhood Early Adolescence Teaching License from UW-Milwaukee. I try and teach under two beliefs: "attitude is everything" and "anything can be accomplished with enthusiasm." I am an avid basketball fan and love coaching the 5th/6th grade boys basketball team at BEAM. I also really enjoy watching movies and TV shows of all sorts.
