Phone: 469-752-0223

Email:

Degrees and Certifications:

Child Development Certificate Texas Child Day Care Director Certificate Associate of Arts in Business Teaching Certifications: EC-6 General Education, 4-8 General Education, ESL EC-8 Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Human Resource Management Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and Master Reading Teacher

Ms. Newland

I am thrilled to be a part of the Barron Elementary family for a third year, and honored to serve again as the Fifth Grade Team Lead. This year marks my 12th year teaching in public schools, and I’m excited to continue inspiring and supporting the amazing fifth graders at Barron.

With over a decade of classroom experience, my passion for nurturing young minds continues to grow with each passing year. This will be my ninth year teaching fifth grade, following three wonderful years teaching third grade. These diverse teaching experiences have given me a well-rounded perspective on student growth, academic development, and the importance of building strong, supportive classroom communities.

As a proud Plano ISD student, parent, volunteer, and now educator, my roots in this district run deep. My journey through Plano ISD has shaped my commitment to fostering an engaging, inclusive, and empowering learning environment where every student can thrive.

In addition to my classroom experience, I have a strong background in managing both preschools and private schools. This has enriched my approach to education by providing a broader view of early childhood development and school leadership.

I earned my Master’s degree in Education from Texas A&M University, where I was inducted into Kappa Delta Pi, the international honor society in education. Throughout my career, I’ve been fortunate to receive several professional honors, including being named a Distinguished Teacher from 2017 to 2023, a Recognized Teacher by the Texas Education Agency in 2020, and most recently, Barron Elementary’s 2024–2025 Teacher of the Year. These accolades reflect my ongoing dedication to educational excellence and student success.

Outside of school, I enjoy painting and spending cherished time with my two grown daughters and three wonderful grandchildren, who continue to inspire me every day.

I am truly excited to begin another fantastic year at Barron Elementary and look forward to the learning, laughter, and growth that this school year will bring in fifth grade!

 
 
 

  • Schedule

    7:20 Arrival

    7:40 Announcements (Tardy Bell)

    7:45 Community Circle

    8:00 Science

    8:45 Social Studies

    9:30 Literacy

    10:25 Literacy Small Groups

    11:00 Recess

    11:30 Lunch

    12:00 Math

    1:00 Specials

    1:50 Math Small Groups

    2:20 WIN (Intervention and Extension Lesson)

    2:50 Pack Up/Closing Circle

    3:00 Dismissal (School Ends)

  • The first day of school is Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

     

    School Supply list for 5th Grade: 

    • 2 Elmer’s Small Purple Washable Glue Sticks (0.21 oz each)

    • 12 Dixon Ticonderoga Pre-Sharpened Pencils

    • 1 Pack of Ruled White Index Cards (100 count)

    • 3 Boxes of Facial Tissue (176 count each)

    • 1 Wide Ruled Spiral Notebook – Yellow (100 pages)

    • 1 Wide Ruled Spiral Notebook – Blue (100 pages)

    • 1 Wide Ruled Spiral Notebook – Red (100 pages)

    • 1 Wide Ruled Spiral Notebook – Green (100 pages)

    • 1 Wide Ruled Spiral Notebook – Black (100 pages)

    • 2 Packs of Wide Ruled 8" x 10.5" Filler Paper (200 count each)

    • 1 Box of Crayola 7" Colored Pre-Sharpened Pencils (12 count)

    • 1 Pencil Box or Pencil Bag

    • 1 Box of Crayola Ultra-Clean Washable Thick Markers (8 count)

    • 2 Packs of Low Odor Assorted Chisel Tip Dry-Erase Markers (4 count each)

    • 2 Red Pens

    • 2 Bottles of Hand Sanitizer (8 oz each)

     

    The 5th Grade overnight Camp (optional) for the 2025-2026 school year will be October 1st - 3rd.  If students do not attend the outdoor camp, they will still be required to attend school at Barron.

    5th Grade Outdoor School at Camp JOLT

    https://www.elkscamptexoma.com/jolt

    PAYMENT INFORMATION

    Camp Fee $230.

     

    • Program Fee: $200
    • Registration Fee: $30
    • Total Cost: $230

    The cost includes six meals, two nights of lodging, round-trip transportation, the support of a Plano ISD nurse, and all instructional materials.

    The Student Quick Pay system will accept partial payments to spread out the cost over time, or you may also choose to pay in a lump sum. Payment options will open in August.

    Please use this link, Student Quick Pay, to learn more about setting up your account and paying for camp.

    Scholarships are available on an as needed basis.

    For scholarship application form click here.

     

    PAYMENT DUE 3 WEEKS BEFORE DEPARTURE 

     

     

    These are some of the forms needed. The rest will be handed out at the Mandatory Parent Meeting.

    Medical Release Form *must be notarized 

    Parent Release/Travel Permission Form

    Camper Pledge Form

     

      

     

     OTHER HELPFUL LINKS FOR CAMP

    Please check the weather forecast (Zip Code 75076) and pack accordingly.

    Camp Packing List:

    https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HdH0LwZVFGCDWZMWrLg4ivV5gcn0GaCutlNca_t2vD8/view?tab=t.0