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Read below to find out a little more about Mrs. Shaw and Ms. Meek (special educator).  

Mrs. Shaw

My name is Sarah Shaw and this is my eighth year teaching 5th grade at the Butler. I am originally from Tucson, AZ where I taught 3rd grade for two years before moving to MA. I love being part of such a supporting and encouraging staff and community in Avon.

I graduated with a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Arizona in 2000. After moving to Massachusetts in 2002, I completed my Masters Degree in elementary education with a focus on literacy, and also received my special education certification at Lesley University.

My husband, Dan, and I have two daughters named Addison (3) and Tatum (4 months). We also have a very spoiled Beagle named Hallie.

In my spare time (of which there is none!) I enjoy reading, going to the movies, and shopping!

I have high expectations for all my students and I emphasize "personal best" in the classroom. My goal is to create a safe, engaging learning environment for all students to work to their highest potential. I try to instill the values of respect and responsibility in all my students and encourage them to be life long learners.

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Addison

 

Tatum

 

Hallie

Ms. Meek

My name is Jennifer Meek and this is my sixth year teaching at Butler. I am originally from Simsbury, CT but have lived in and around the Boston area for the past 8 years.

I graduated from Boston College in 2005 with a bachelor's degree in elementary education. I then stayed at Boston College for an additional year to complete my Master's Degree in special education. I am currently certified in both elementary education and special education.

Before arriving at Butler, I worked in Newton as a special education assistant while
finishing my degree. I also spent many summers working as a camp counselor and a soccer coach.

I have several hobbies that I enjoy in my spare time. I love to read; memoirs are my
favorite. I also love photography and attempting to capture interesting places and
events.  I try to spend as much time possible enjoying the great outdoors. I love to play
soccer, hike, run, bike, and compete in road races and triathlons.

I believe that each student brings unique strengths to the classroom community. It is our
role to continue to foster these individual strengths while further developing the student's areas of need. I believe all students can learn at a high level and therefore
have high expectations for all learners.  I want my students to realize that learning is
a process, and feel comfortable and safe to take the risks that are required in order to
make gains.

 

Hiking

 

 

Running

 

Snowboarding