Mrs. Zink, a graduate of St. Scholastica, has been an integral part of the Sacred Heart School community for over a decade. She began as a parent volunteer in 2010 and officially joined the staff in the fall of 2019. Her three children—Ethan, Noah, and Sydney—are all Sacred Heart School graduates, continuing her family’s strong connection to the school.
Residing just south of New Munich with her husband Matt, their children, and their beloved dogs, Oreo and Bella, Mrs. Zink enjoys a full and active life. In addition to her role as the Sacred Heart Sprinters coach, she loves traveling, capturing memories through photography, and spending summers on the lake.
Mrs. Zink is committed to cultivating a love of learning in her students. She believes every child has unique value and works to inspire confidence, curiosity, and personal growth in each of them.
ABOUT THE CLASSROOM
- RELIGION: The Ten Commandments , Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy are reviewed with an emphasis on the Eucharistic Celebration and Scripture.
- CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT: TOP 20 Skills are reviewed and reinforced.
- READING: Novel Units are used to explore a variety of genres and literary elements as well as critical thinking. Vocabulary development includes learning Greek and Latin Root words which make up many English words.
- ENGLISH:: Students further develop their speaking and writing skills. A research project is completed introducing the MLA format.
- MATH: Skills include:decimals, fractions, ratio, application of math concepts to solve real-world problems, pre algebra concepts, geometry, data analysis and probability,
- EARTH SCIENCE: Astronomy & Space, Weather & Climate, Rocks & Minerals, Plate Tectonics, Natural Resources, Study of the Earth’s Surface, and Forces that Change the Earth . The 3 day Conservation Camp experience is a highlight of the year.
- Health: Our Middle School Health curriculum covers essential topics to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This program includes units on Safety and Injury Prevention, Mental Health, Drugs and Tobacco, and Alcohol, designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions and lead healthy lives. Through engaging activities and discussions, students learn about personal health, wellness, and responsible choices.
- SOCIAL STUDIES: Map Skills, MN History, Colonization of America, United States Government, World War I, The Depression, World War II and the Civil Rights Movement, Current Day.
OTHER THINGS TO KNOW
- A class newsletter is sent through FastDirect every Monday.
- Sixth grade students write and produce the annual SHS Christmas Program.
- Class economy is used to teach basic financial skills.
- Other Opportunities: Mass serving, SHS Strings, Safety Patrol
- Students may choose to participate in drama, knowledge bowl, and sports through the Melrose School District.