Second Grade

Ms. Anna McInville

Hello! My name is Anna McInville. I am from the Des Moines area and attended Catholic schools growing up. I graduated from Loras College with a degree in Elementary Education and an endorsement in reading. I have a passion for teaching. I seek a classroom environment that encourages all students to share their talents and gifts with others. Seeing the students grow in their faith and academics as the school year progresses is very rewarding. I enjoy playing board games, spending time with friends and family, and coaching volleyball in my free time. I am ecstatic to be a part of the St. Luke's community!

Ms. Miranda Bisutti

Hello! My name is Miranda Bisutti, and I am ecstatic to be joining the St. Luke’s family this year as a second grade teacher. I graduated with my bachelors in early elementary teaching in 2021, but I also have a bachelors degree in psychology.

I am from south eastern Ohio, and I attended a Catholic school until 8th grade. In my free time, I enjoy crafting and riding my horses. I also love reading and volunteering at local animal shelters!

I am excited to meet you all, and begin my journey here at St. Luke’s!

WHAT IS TAUGHT IN 2nd GRADE?

Religion

Second grade is a big year for Sacraments! We spend most of our year discussing the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion. We also discuss different parables in the Bible.

Academics

Second graders learn regrouping when adding and subtracting in math. We discuss the place value of three-digit numbers. We end the year with money, time, measurement, and data.

Second graders continue their phonics instruction from the previous years. We also start to build on their reading comprehension by adding in text comprehension. We discuss parts of stories, grammar, and decoding words.

Special Activities

Second grade has many special activities in which we participate! In the fall, the Ankeny Fire Department comes to visit. In the winter, Polk County Conservation comes to discuss animal adaptations. In the spring, we go on a Field trip to the Science Center.