Educational Philosophy

I believe it is important to create an environment in which students are empowered to be effective users of information and technology in a learning community. We need to assist students in acquiring the knowledge and skills to gather, analyze and apply information and ideas to solve problems. I see my job as recognizing where students are in the learning process and furthering their growth to a higher level of competence, confidence and understanding. Today schools, families, and communities share the responsibility for preparing young people for living, learning and working in a global culture that is increasingly connected through multi-media and influenced by powerful images, words, sounds and ideas.

Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, the mind can achieve.
~ Dr. Napoleon Hill

Educational Training

Masters Degree Emporia State University
BS University of Iowa

Carla.Sutton@dcsdk12.org

Technology Website

Educational Experience
2006-present Northridge Technology Teacher
2000-2006 Northridge Discovery
1998-2000 Pine Lane Intermediate Discovery
1993-1998 Denver Public Schools
4/5 grade Classroom Teacher
Library Media Specialist/Technology Teacher
1991-1993 Adult Education
1991-1990 Gifted and Talented Coordinator, K12, Eldora-New Providence SD, Iowa
1990-1989 Library Media Specialist/Technology, Eldora-New Providence SD, Iowa