Teacher Information

Phone: (281) 634-0088

Email:

Degrees and Certifications:

Master of Education University of South Alabama Bachelor of Arts in English Literature Oakland University Texas Teacher Certification (Grades 1-8) ESL Certification District GT Endorsement Certificate

Mrs. Denise Terry

The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing. - Albert Einstein

   Asking questions and the excitement of discovering the answers is why I love education and chose to become a teacher. It is a true joy to encourage the discovery process and life-long learning in my students. And there is no better place to do this than Sienna Crossing! I am proud to be part of this outstanding educational environment, and I can honestly say that I love getting up to come to work every day!

   This is my twenty-fifth year teaching at Sienna Crossing, and my twenty-eighth year in education. In addition to teaching fifth grade, I have experience teaching kindergarten, first, second, and third grade.

   My love of reading led me to earn my B.A. in Literature from Oakland University in Michigan. Later, I earned my Master’s Degree in Education from the University of South Alabama in Mobile.

   Although I have loved living in Texas for over thirty years, I was born and raised in Michigan, and most of my family still lives there. My husband, Rick, and I visit there often and love the white Christmases and cool summers.

   My primary goal as a teacher is for my students to develop a love for learning and look forward to attending school each day. I want our classroom culture to be loving and supportive. If we can build those relationships, academic success and growth are ensured.

   I look forward to working together to make your child's fifth-grade year the best yet!

Teacher Schedule

  • 7:50-8:15
    GATR News
     
    8:15-8:40
    Social Studies
     
    8:40-10:30
    ELAR
     
    10:35-11:00
    Social Studies - Block 2
     
    11:00-11:45
    LAMP
     
    11:45-12:50
    ELAR - Block 2 

    12:50-1:50
    Recess/Lunch
     
    1:50-2:40
    ELAR - Block 2
     
    2:40-3:25
    Gator Time

    3:25
    Dismissal 

Teacher Conference Time

  • MWTHF
    11:00-11:45
    By appointment