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Ms. Bonnie Skidmore

I have had the privilege of teaching at White River for over five years now.  I began as a Title I Instructional Assistant, assisting struggling readers in grades K-3.  Later, I completed a long-term teaching assignment in a second grade classroom prior to becoming a third grade teacher.  Prior to moving to Noblesville, I lived and taught in Terre Haute, Indiana.  I was at Ouabache Elementary School where I taught first grade for two years and third grade for eight years.  I truly enjoy working with children of all ages.

 

In addition to teaching, I am a mother of three grown children and a grandmother of five grandchildren.  Both of my sons are in the military.  My oldest son, Abram, is a captain in the Army and is currently stationed in the State of Washington.  He is married to his wife, Shannon and together they have two children, ages 5 and 3.  Micah is a medic in the Special Forces and is currently in Texas undergoing training to become a physician's assistant.  His wife, Erin,  is also in the Army and is stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.  They have two children ages 4 and 2.  They are expecting their third child in April.  My daughter, Krista and her four-year old daughter currently live in Terre Haute.  Krista is a corrections officer at the Community Corrections facility.
 
When I am not busy in the classroom, I enjoy entertaining friends and family.  I have recently gotten involved in dance fusion classes at Curvy Girls in downtown Noblesville.  I also like to cook, clean, play games, go to movies, walk, read, and create handmade greeting cards.  I also like to travel and have been fortunate enough to visit Japan, Hawaii, Alaska, and portions of the Caribbean.  I also lived in Germany for three years when I was much younger.  However, my travels will probably be limited to Washington and North Carolina for the next few years so that I can enjoy my grandchildren.
 
I am enjoying the school year and my current students.  I enjoy their enthusiasm, their desire to please, as well as their bright smiles and warm hugs.  I am looking forward to helping them be successful this year and  I welcome your participation and input.  I want to work together to make this one of the best school years ever!