Hope Wood

I’m excited to share that this is my 21st year of teaching!
Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to supporting students as they grow and succeed. 

I have the privilege of co-teaching with Mrs. Hayes, Ms. Mills, and Mrs. Walker. We collaborate to provide accommodations, support learning, and discuss student progress. I also work closely with parents and families and can provide any additional resources needed to help your child succeed.

I work with students one-on-one or in small groups, focusing on reteaching concepts from the general education classroom and helping them meet their Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.

I am committed to following the Science of Reading, and I use an Orton-Gillingham phonics program to build strong foundational reading skills. I am trained in Phonics First and have recently completed courses on Specifically Designed Instruction for Increasing Success for Students with Disabilities as well as  Working Successfully with Learning Disabled Students at Mississippi State University. Additionally, I participated in a program with the National Council of School and University Partnerships at Ole Miss to improve math proficiency for students with disabilities. This involves implementing carefully planned small group math learning centers in our inclusion classes.  (The photo album at the bottom of this page showcases students working collaboratively in math centers using manipulatives.)

Beyond the classroom. I volunteer as a Girl Scout leader and was honored to receive the Volunteer of Excellence Award in 2023. I also enjoy participating in charity runs and recently achieved a personal milestone by completing my first half marathon in January 2025.

In addition, I was proud to be recognized as the School District’s Teacher of the Month in January 2023.

Thank you for visiting my website! I am looking forward to another great year!