Meet Mrs. Cartmell
Hi, and welcome to our kindergarten web-site! My name is Patti Cartmell. I am an Arizona native. I was born and raised in Globe, Arizona. Both of my parents were teachers, so I guess you can say that it is "in my blood" to be a teacher too!
I received my B.S. degree in Psychology and a minor in sociology from Northern Arizona University in 1989. In 2000 I received my teaching certificate in Elementary Education after completing the Post Baccalaureate program at Ottawa University. I also am a CLIP certified teacher. CLIP is a reading intervention method that allows me to help struggling readers learn the skills they need to succeed. I also have received my Early Childhood Endorsement and have become a facilitator in the Apache Junction School District for the 21 Keys for High Performance Teaching and Learning program. I am continuously learning and looking for new and exciting ways to teach.
I have been a teacher at Four Peaks for the past 8 years. Two years were spent in first grade and six years have been in kindergarten. Kindergarten is definately my favorite grade to teach!
I am married and have a 14 year old son. We live in East Mesa. When I have spare time, I enjoy family time, visiting my family cabin in the White Mountains, fishing, singing, watching movies, NFL , and just relaxing with friends.
I am so thankful for the opportunity to work with you and your child this year, and it is my goal to help make kindergarten a wonderful experience! If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail or call me at any time.
Mrs. Cartmell
(480) 982-1110 Ext. 5803