Position: Dean of Students
School: Bixby Middle School
School District: Bixby Public Schools
City, State: Tulsa, OK
Tara Gordon was nominated anonymously.
To create a positive and productive learning environment, Ms. Gordon first establishes clear, consistent procedures and expectations that allow students to feel safe and focused. Furthermore, she is dedicated to building strong, supportive relationships with each student while developing meaningful, engaging ELA (English language arts) lessons that spark a genuine love for writing. Finally, by integrating intentional movement into students' daily routines, she ensures that the physical classroom environment remains dynamic, responsive, and supportive of diverse learning styles.