My name is Traci Clendaniel. I have taught in the Deer Lakes School District since beginning my career in 1997. During that time I have held a variety of teaching positions within the district.
After graduating from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science degree with a Hearing Impaired Certification, I started my Deer Lakes career teaching deaf students.
I was transferred to the middle school when that position ended and served as the Gifted Coordinator for grades six through eight. I continued my education earning my Master of Education degree with Elementary Certification and Middle Level Certification, and have taught science, reading, and language arts across grades six through eight. I am currently a sixth grade ELA teacher.
I believe that every child has the ability to learn. When you enter my classroom you will see a variety of methodologies meant to enhance the individual learning styles and needs of my students. I work to foster a classroom community built upon a feeling of mutual respect between teacher and students.
I reside in Canonsburg, Pa., with my husband and two children. My free-time is filled with supporting my children in the sports they love. My son wrestles and plays baseball, and my daughter is a competitive cheerleader. When I am not cheering on my children, you will find me spending time with extended family and friends.