Walter Colton Middle School
Classes taught: 7th Grade Individuals & Society and 8th Grade History
Leadership: Head of Walter Colton Chess Club
My Experience
I joined Walter Colton in August of 2020 and provided virtual instruction for a majority of the school year. In April of 2021 we returned to the classroom implementing a hybrid model until June. The administration created space for PLC (Professional learning communities) groups to meet each week to discuss instructional strategies varying from scope and sequence concerns to strategies for virtual instruction.
IB Learners
Walter Colton is a public school in Monterey, CA with a diverse student body. The school implements an IB curriculum and places a heightened focus on AVID learner strategies. Students’ assignments focus on the globalized world around them and require the use of 21st-century skills.
Chess Club
The Walter Colton Chess club was the highlight of my week! Students from 6th-8th grade would meet every Friday to learn more about the complex game. We went over chess puzzles, talked about strategy, and played as many games as possible!