Tessa DeBartolo
Fifth grade teacher
(503)738-5161
tdebartolo@seasidek12.org
- Where did you go to school?
I went to Pacific University in Forest Grove for both my bachelor's and master's.
- How long have you been teaching and what grade level?
This will be my third year teaching 5th grade.
- What's your favorite subject to teach?
My favorite subject to teach is social studies.
- What was your favorite subject when you were in school?
My favorite subjects when I was in school were science, social studies, and language arts.
- Who was your favorite teacher & why? or What made you want to become a teacher?
My favorite teacher was my 11th grade AP Environmental Science teacher. He made the learning and AP test prep fun through imaginative activities and games. I still remember most of the activities and projects I completed in that class.
- Favorite hobby?
I love to read, draw, hike, kayak, SUP, snowboard, and ski. On quiet days I love to lounge in a hammock or watch movies.
- Favorite book?
My current favorite book is The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon. Growing up I loved the Percy Jackson series.
- Favorite coffee drink?
My favorite hot drink is hot chocolate. I do not like coffee. As for cold drinks, I love lemonade
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- If I had an extra $10 to spend on your classroom, I would buy:
A lamp for some soft alternative lighting.
- If I had an extra $10 to spend on myself, I would buy:
A new book.
- If I could pick a gift card to any store/restaurant, I would choose:
I would love a gift card to Sierra or TJ Maxx.
- Classroom Amazon Wishlist: