Welcome to the Resource Room
The Resource Room is a dedicated space where our Resource Teacher works closely with our students to strengthen their academic skills and build confidence.
And this is how ...
Using innovative AI tools, the Resource Teacher measures, monitors, and assesses each student’s progress. The process is designed to be engaging and fun, with programs like Really Great Reading (RGR) guiding students through interactive tasks and problem‑solving activities.
K-1 Grade
Students are building the foundation for their academic success!
Using RGR daily, both the teacher and Resource Department collaborate to assess a students baseline.
This analysis and observation is simply understanding where the student's starting point is and how
Meet Ms. Burns
Ms. Burns brings a strong background in psychology and education to her role at SMS. She’s passionate about supporting each student, and making sure they feel seen, encouraged, and equipped with the tools they need to thrive, both in and beyond the classroom.
For questions or assistance, you can contact Ms. Burns at: aburns@smsmd.org
Testimonial
Ms. Villars
Spanish, PE and Homeroom Teacher
"Well as a student and even as a teacher, I LOVE how we are a small community. It makes it even better because we really get to know all the kids, more than just their name and grade, we get to know their interests and hobbies. I chose to be here to give back to the community that molded me into the person I am today. I also chose to be here to use my college education and help the future generations to come."
