Welcome to Mrs. Carollo's Eighth Grade

Hello, I am Barbara Carollo and I am delighted to be teaching at the School of Saints Faith, Hope and Charity. I love the name of this school. I remember wearing a bracelet as a child with the charms that symbolize Faith, Hope and Charity and thinking it was the most beautiful jewelry any girl could own. In the past few weeks I have found that this faith community is also a ‘beautiful jewel.’

Fresh out of college, I began teaching first grade in the Chicago Archdiocese. I remained in that position for five years. I took time off from teaching until my children were in school, and then relished the opportunity to be active in their education. Eventually, I returned to full time teaching, spending a few years in the public schools and then returning to catholic education in the western suburbs. I enjoyed 10 years in second grade and then moved outside ”my box” to teach computer skills, algebra, junior high religion and do whatever else was needed for the next 7 years. Algebra had been the favorite part of my day and the opportunity to concentrate on math at Faith Hope is exhilarating. I share the concerns about math education in America today. I will do my utmost to help your child experience success, remove anxiety and enjoy meeting the challenges of algebra and pre-algebra.

I hold degrees from Mundelein College of Loyola University and DeVry University. I love teaching. I believe chocolate is the cure to most of what ails me. I look forward to meeting you and working with you for the children we hold so dear. I promise to give my best to the students of Saints Faith, Hope and Charity. God bless!