Kindergarten Level Curriculum
Designed around the interests of the young elementary child, the Kindergarten level program offers a consistent, dependable routine with large blocks of uninterrupted work time. The classroom schedule encourages the child’s spontaneous activity and fosters the development of the creative process, integrated personality, and a strong sense of self. The curriculum includes materials and encourages activities that promote practical life activities, sensory-motor experiences, literacy, language arts, numeracy, creative arts, science, and geography. Each activity or exercise in our curriculum is structured to provide purpose, procedure, closure, and opportunity for success.
Specific Indicators for Success for NM Public School Kindergarten Students
1. The child must be no younger than five years old on or before September 1 of the school year to enter the public Kindergarten program.
(This is a state statute for NM Public Schools and no exceptions are granted.)
2. The child must be capable of attending to a given task for a specific time period. (Time varies with the task).
3. The child must demonstrate self-motivation and self-control.
4. The child’s maturity and emotional development are appropriate for kindergarten or above.
Common Core Goals/State Standards
Staff
Ms. Alicia Martinez
Kindergarten Teacher
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Ms. Alicia Martinez
My name is Ms. Alicia Martinez and I’m looking forward to an exciting school year. I would like to take this opportunity to tell you a little bit about myself, both personally and professionally. I moved from Southern California to Albuquerque, NM in 2015. I attended San Diego State University (SDSU) where I earned a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences degree. I have been part of the TMES/TMMS/Casita family for over 7 years now, and I'm truly excited and grateful to be co-teaching with Ms. Joy Gunn this year. During my free time, I like to draw, travel, and spend time with my fiancé Anthony and all my pets.
I am looking forward to another great year of welcoming our new families into the TMES/TMMS/Casita family!
Ms. Jill McCallum
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
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Ms. Jill McCallum
Welcome to TMES! I’m excited to begin the 2023-2024 school year. I’d like to take this opportunity to tell you about myself. I moved to New Mexico from Kansas after receiving my BFA in fine arts and my MS in psychology. After working at a local Montessori school, I decided to get my early childhood Montessori training in Boulder, Colorado. In the following years, I worked at various Montessori schools around the city and took time off to raise two children. I joined the TMES team in 2015. I currently live in Albuquerque with my husband, our two children, and our dog Reggie.
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Ms. Joy Gunn
Kindergarten Teacher
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Ms. Joy Gunn
My name is Ms. Joy Gunn and I have been a part of the TMES/TMMS/Casita family as a parent, an educational assistant, and a teacher. I have two beautiful daughters, both of whom have attended Casita Preschool and The Montessori Elementary and Middle School. Sophia graduated as a proud 8th grader from TMMS in May of 2023. Mikaela graduated from TMMS as Class President in 2017. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my girls. We enjoy traveling and exploring new places together. I also love to read and scrapbooking.
My Education:
I received my Certificate of Completion in Early Care, Education, and Family Support: Foundations in the Seven Basic Competencies in 2006. I received my International Montessori Teaching Diploma specializing in Preschool and Kindergarten education from The North American Montessori Center in 2013. I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education.
Ms. Sonia Coria
Kindergarten Teacher
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Ms. Sonia Coria
I graduated from UNM and have a degree in Elementary Education. I currently hold a Level Two K-8 Elementary License through the state of New Mexico. I have also completed a 3-6 Montessori certification through North American Montessori Center. I have been a teacher at TMEMS since 2010. During my time at TMEMS, I have had the opportunity to work with the Kindergarten and 6-9 community.
I have a wonderful family with two kiddos that attend TMES. During our free time, we enjoy cycling, camping, reading, and spending time outdoors.
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