Samara Hoffmann

Secondary English Teacher - Smithtown, NY

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

Taking a Brain Break today for some creative writing in honor of #nationaldayofwriting @SmithtownCSD @SCSD_HSE

[Ms. M 🟧 @messerlyk]

A1: I take favorite lines from student writing and write them (anonymously) on a poster titled #goldenink Students too shy to share their work or who lack confidence *love* searching for/ finding their own beautiful words in a public place. Many often ask to share more #G2Great

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

Their heads were spinning just like this video, but they powered through. So much focus and teamwork in this group! 👏🏼 @SCSD_HSE #English

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

Using @GooseChase for an authors craft scavenger hunt in #Fahrenheit451

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

This picture makes me realize 2 things: I love when kids collaborate on a whole-class paper, and I’ve neglected decorating the front of my classroom! 😳 @SCSD_HSE @SmithtownCSD

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

@bienmath @riurka We’re not quite on the same level over here 🤔 #cantrunwiththebigdogs

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

What are you doing for your physical + mental health today? Spend a little time making yourself strong for the week ahead! #selfcaresunday #teacherselfcare

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

Scavenger Hunt in the library with the Freshmen! Getting to know the spaces and resources @HSEastLibrary has to offer

[Dan McCabe @danieldmccabe]

The Coolest People I Know:

Do not respond to negativity
Do not speak poorly about others
Show up on time
Give without expecting a get
Are kind and humble
Do not nitpick or brag
Show gratitude
Have good manners
Make no excuses
Love random acts of kindness

#satchat #edchat

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

@j_car_doza @SmithtownCSD @SCSD_HSE @j_car_doza Thank you!! Same to you...I’ll miss you!

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

New name, same me! Ready for the 2018-19 school year ✌🏼 #HSEEnglish ⁦@SmithtownCSD⁩ ⁦@SCSD_HSE⁩

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

Thanks for making time for us! @danabrams @TomMorrisJr1 @AENetworks @OfficialLivePD #LivePDNation

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

We worked hard all year in room 414. Today, we ended the year with heaps of smiles & laughter & a little bit of intense game-playing. A solid win for relationships and friendly competition 👏🏼🏆 @SCSD_NMS

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

“Those Who Made an Impact” research project gallery walk 🤩 @SCSD_NMS

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

“Those Who Made an Impact” research project gallery walk 🤩 @SCSD_NMS

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

Finally tried Socrative today 💭 thanks for showing me @mathismythANG #8thGrade @SCSD_NMS

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

Period 2 bringing #Shakespeare to life #Macbeth 👑 @SCSD_HSE

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

Period 4 bring #Shakespeare to life #Macbeth 👑 @SCSD_HSE

[Samara Hoffmann @S_Hoffmann18]

Using color symbolism to demonstrate the characterization of Macbeth & Lady Macbeth 👑 Shakespeare + coloring! 🙌🏼 #10thGrade #ELA @SCSD_HSE