First Grade
Welcome to First Grade!
Kim Downs
Melinda Little
I am very excited to be at Vandenberg World Cultures Academy. I have taught in Southfield for fifteen years. I am a graduate of Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, and I also attended Michigan State University for my Masters degree.
I live with my husband, Vince, my son, Austin, and my daughter Camille. Austin is a senior in high school and Camille is a freshman. I also have a sweet dog name Colby. I enjoy spending time with my family, walking our dog, and traveling to Atlanta to spend time with my extended family.
Leaping Ahead!
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Individualized Reading Instruction
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Environment Conducive to Learning
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Student centered learning activities
- Ongoing partnerships between home and school
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Ongoing Spanish and Chinese Language Instruction
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Off-site Learning experiences
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Cutting edge technology
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Project based learning opportunities
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Differentiated Instruction
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Advanced Placement Program

Judy Gates, Teacher
judy.gates@southfieldk12.org
Kimberly Downs, Teacher
kimberly.downs@southfieldk12.org
Melinda Little, Teacher
melinda.little@soutrhfieldk12.org
Vandenberg World Cultures Academy
248-746-7375