Raquel Sterczek

Raquel Sterczek, an accomplished educator, was awarded the title of Outstanding Educator of the Year for the academic year 2016-2017. She is known for her innovative teaching methods and commitment to student learning.

Raquel's website, which caters to parents, students, and teachers, serves as a gateway to her first-grade classroom at Morton Elementary in Hammond, IN. The site is interactive, offering a plethora of ideas, activities, and hands-on experiences that cater to students of diverse ability levels.

Miss Sterczek's teaching approach focuses on differentiated instruction, creating authentic learning experiences, and fostering active family engagement. Her curriculum design integrates various learning styles in lessons covering balanced literacy, math, science, and social studies, all with a student-centered and standards-based approach.

With a background in education, Raquel holds a Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction with a Reading Endorsement from Lewis University, along with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Purdue University. Her dedication to learning and teaching is evident in her roles both as a first-grade teacher at School City of Hammond and as the webmaster for Morton Elementary School's website and Facebook page.