About The Teacher

NAME: Alison Newman

SCHOOL: Richardson Middle School

CLASS: 6th GRADE English, Social Studies

SCHOOL PHONE: (310) 533-4790 ext. 8909


About The Teacher

Hello and welcome to my website.  I am a 30+ year veteran teacher.  I have 
been at Richardson Middle School since it reopened in 1993.  I have taught 
6th grade for 25 years and I believe I am lucky to be teaching children ages 
11 and 12.  Students at this age are a wonder and sharing in their lives, 
makes my job interesting and challenging.  And, yes, it is true, yellow
M&M's are the best.

I have two daughters who each have one son, so I am very happy to be a 
grandmother of two boys.  I visit Frisco, Texas and Indian Land, South 
Carolina many times throughout the year to see my daughters and their 
families and to catch up on all that is going on in their lives.

Mission For The Class

English/Language Arts--In the sixth grade, the enjoyment of reading, and  
the ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing, is the 
challenge. 

Social Studies--To help students understand the ancient world by studying 
ancient civilizations.  The emphasis is on the people, their cultures and 
the gifts they have given the world.