Linda Horton's Teacher Page - Chapel Hill High School

Welcome to Ms. Horton's Webpage!

Tony Riley test students at Kissam for physical fitness.

Amy Najera works with 1st graders at Wise.

Katlyn Willingham assists Middle School students with their English assignment.

Lisbeth Espinoza teaches a lesson on measurement.

About Ms. Horton

Ms. Horton has been teaching for 35 years with 31 as a teacher at Chapel Hill High School. She holds an Associates degree from Tyler Jr. College and both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science degree from Stephen F. Austin University. Her present postition at the high school is the teacher/coordinator of the Teacher Prep Program. Ms Horton also serves as advisor of the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America and the National Technical Honor Society. The courses taught by Ms. Horton fall under the Career and Technical Department. Many of the courses she teaches are articulated for college credit and receive a higher GPA ranking. Several of Ms. Horton's ex-students are now employed as teachers through out the district.

Ms. Horton received the distinguished honor of being chosen high school representative as Teacher of the Year this past year. Her students have been involved in many service projects in the community. The students also participate in regional and state level competitions. Several students in the past years have advanced to the state level.

Contact Information for Ms. Horton

Conference Period: 8th period, 2:39-3:24p.m.

Phone: (903) 5662311 Ext. 1435
Email: hortonl@chapelhillisd.org

Also, check out the FCCLA webpage!

Find out about the latest information about FCCLA by visiting the state FCCLA website: www.texasfccla.org or www.fcclainc.org

Classroom Activities

Students are now registering for next year's Teacher Prep Program. Students need to complete an application to be considered for the course. Upon completion of the application, students will need to set up an interview with Ms. Horton. Counselors are now scheduling students for next year's program based on their approval from the interview process. You may receive an application from your English teacher or from your counselor. Ms. Horton schedules interviews before and after the school day.

The purpose of the teacher prep program is to allow students to experience the responsibilities of a career in education. This is a state approved innovative program with a purpose of addressing teacher shortage by helping Texas to "grow it's own" teachers.

Students in the program work thoughout the district in assigned classrooms. They are assigned to experienced supervising teachers. Once assigned, the students perform duties such as classroom management, tutoring, record-keeping, lesson planning, and teaching. Students also complete a project each six weeks for the field-site teacher. This project includes things like field trip assistance, working with students who have fallen behind, reinforcing lessons, and teaching lessons based on grade level objectives.

Students also volunteer to help with activities such as parent meetings, student assemblies and extra curricular activities outside of their class experiences. (See course information and more pictures below)

TheFamily, Career, and Community Leaders of America members workedin cooperation with the March of Dimes to raise money for the new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Tyler. The members raised funds throughout the month of March and a grand total of $4000.00 was donated the help save the babies and serve East Texas families. This is just one of the many projects the students do as service to our community.

Course Descriptions

Teacher Aide (9998)
Grade: 12 Length: 1-2 semesters Credit: ½ -1 credit GPA weight: 1.1
Prerequisite: Counselor approval

Note: Students will receive credit for Exploring Education Careers.

Ready, Set, Teach! I (5023)
Grades: 10-12 Length: 2 semesters Credit: 2 credits per year GPA weight: 1.1
Prerequisite: Child Development and teacher recommendation

Note: This course is state-wide articulated in combination with other Child Development courses to receive up to 3 hours college credit with a grade of "B" or higher. Such a grade qualifies as an Advanced Measure on the Distinguished Achievement Plan. This course is an unpaid work internship program in Grades PK-12 with career teachers in the Chapel Hill Independent School District. This course meets two periods daily and meets state requirements for P.E. credits. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible for the Educational Aide Certification.

This course emphasizes:

field site training in grades PK-12
exploring the teaching profession
understanding the learner and the learning process
effective communication
planning effective instruction
development and using effective instructional techniques
creating effective learning environments

Ready, Set, Teach II! (5025)
Grades: 11-12 Length: 2 semesters Credit: 2 credits per year GPA weight: 1.0
Prerequisite: Ready, Set, Teach! I and teacher approval

Note: This course meets two periods every day and is part of a local articulation agreement with Tyler Junior College for 3 hours of Child Development with a grade of "B" or higher. Such a grade qualifies as an Advanced Measure on the Distinguished Achievement Plan. This course is an unpaid work internship program in Grades PK-12 with career teachers in the Chapel Hill Independent School District. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible for the Educational Aide Certification.

This course emphasizes:

field site training in grades PK-12
exploring the teaching profession
achieving excellence in subject matter
developing and using effective instructional strategies
understanding the relationship between school and society
continuing development as a teaching professional

Exploring Education Careers (5027)
Grades: 10-12 Length: 2 semesters Credit: 1 credit per year GPA weight: 1.1
Prerequisite: Child Development recommended and teacher approval

Note: This course is part of a local articulation agreement with Tyler Junior College for 3 hours of Child Development with a grade of "B" or higher. Such a grade qualifies as an Advanced Measure on the Distinguished Achievement Plan. This course is a non-paid work internship program in grades PK-12 with career teachers in the Chapel Hill Independent School District.

This course emphasizes:

field site training in classrooms from Pre-K through 12th grade
school and campus management procedures
influence on child growth and development
classroom effectiveness
parent and community involvement
career preparation for the field of education