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

  • 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:

 

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