WELCOME TO
MRS. WITZKE'S CLASSROOM PAGE
This page is your home base for staying connected with our classroom throughout the school year. Here, students and families can find important information, upcoming dates, learning resources, assignments, and regular classroom updates.
Use the buttons at the bottom of the page to navigate:
Main Page takes you back to the shared website homepage.
Weekly Updates includes information about what we are learning, classroom news, reminders, and important notices.
Assignments and Homework provides details about current assignments, homework, projects, and due dates.
Upcoming School Events highlights important school activities, special events, field trips, and dates to remember.
Curriculum Resources includes helpful websites, practice activities, and learning materials that support what we are working on in class.
Please check the page regularly to stay informed about what is happening in our classroom.
I am so happy to be returning to Sorrento Elementary. I previously taught at Sorrento before moving to Carlin Elementary Middle School, and it feels wonderful to be back in such a welcoming school and community. I am excited to begin this new chapter and getting to know my students and their families.
I am entering my tenth year of teaching. Over the years, I have taught a variety of grade levels and subjects, with much of my recent experience focused on middle school grades 6 and 7. Although I majored in elementary education, I have always enjoyed working with older elementary and middle school students. I love their curiosity, humour, growing independence, and willingness to explore new ideas.
My goal is to create a classroom where students feel safe, included, supported, and excited to learn. I believe learning should be meaningful, engaging, and connected to the real world. I enjoy incorporating hands-on activities, projects, technology, outdoor learning, creativity, and student choice into our classroom. I also believe that strong relationships are at the heart of learning. Every student brings different strengths, interests, experiences, and needs, and I work hard to create opportunities for all students to experience success.
I am especially passionate about inclusive education and supporting the diverse learners in our classrooms. I am currently completing additional studies in Inclusive Education through Queen’s University. I continue to look for new ways to make learning accessible, build student confidence, and help children develop the skills they need to become independent and successful learners.
Outside of school, I live in Eagle Bay with my husband and our three children. My oldest son is graduating this year from SAS, my daughter attends grade 8 at Carlin, and my youngest is in grade 6 here at Sorrento. Our family enjoys spending time outdoors, boating, hunting, snowboarding, and caring for our many animals. I feel very fortunate to live and work in this beautiful community.
I am looking forward to a wonderful year of learning, laughter, growth, and new experiences with my Grade 6 students. I am truly excited to be back at Sorrento Elementary!
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns at rwitzke@sd83.bc.ca
