I count Kate Stauss among one of the finest educators I have had the fortune to work and learn from.

Megan McDonough, Principal, Harwood Union High School

my educational philosophy

I am interested in lifelong learning. I believe in heterogeneous classrooms that allow students of all abilities to have a voice and learn from one another. I practice pedagogies that center students in the classroom to promote authentic engagement and develop strong collaboration and critical thinking skills.

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Under Kate's mentorship, students not only enhance their writing skills but also undergo meaningful personal transformation, becoming more receptive to the environment, creativity, and the arts.

Alesia Pesenka, Program director of the American Center Mins

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Kate is a master teacher. She structured each class with great care and attention to our individual needs and goals.

Laura Brines, Adult Learner Waitsfield VT

Tools for Active Discussion

Here are two silent activities that assure that all students have time to gather their thoughts before and after a discussion.

Prep and Reflect on Discussion - 2 Silent Activities (pdf)Download

The Game of Questions

Writing a good question can be tough for students, but it is a skill that can unlock their creativity, close reading skills, and confidence in class discussion. Here's a game I wrote that promotes teamwork as students discover four important levels of questions. Truly engaging!

The Game of Questions (pdf)Download

Question Off

A shorter question game, great for getting students to start the discussion in the place that interests them.

Question Off (pdf)Download

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