My name is Melanie Jackson, and I am proud to be at Bell Academy!  I am from Boyle, and I received my Bachelor's Degree in Education from Mississippi Valley State University.  This will be my first of many years teaching. I have a true passion for working with our learners!!  Helping each child progress in all areas of their development is a challenge that I am honored to accept daily.  I strive to create a community of learners that nurtures this growth in a positive, fun environment. I know this is going to be a great year. 

Hello everyone and welcome to 6th grade ELA.  I was born in Mississippi, but consider myself blessed because I have lived in six different states and I can say without a doubt I love the South and our state.  I graduated from high school in Foley, Alabama in 1988.  I graduated from Delta State in 1996 and 1998.   I have been employed with the Cleveland School District for 26 years.  I have taught English/Language Arts for 21 of those years.  I have taught grades 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th. This is my 9th year at Bell Academy and I absolutely love this little school and all it encompasses.  This will be my seventh year teaching 6th grade ELA/Reading. I am married to Ric and we have 8 furry little babies.  I believe that in a classroom children must have fun, while they are learning.  I also believe that learning must have purpose in order to be effective.  I am a big proponent of reading and writing and hope to pass that love on to your children.  For fun I like to read and have coffee with my friends.  If you need me please do not hesitate to call the school or email me.  Here's to a great, exciting, and educational fun-filled year!  

"Don't measure your success by someone else's failure." Charles F. Glassman

"Give every day the chance to become the most beautiful of your life."  Mark Twain

"Develop a passion for learning.  If you do, it will never cease to grow."  Anthony J. D'Angelo

"It is well, with my soul."  Horatio Spafford