I am Michelle Fenwick, a veteran teacher and 6-year employee of the Madison CUSD 12.  I earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville and have completed Master's work at University of Missouri St. Louis.  I am certified to teach English and Language Arts, Social Studies and Social Science, US History, Health Education, and Biology.  I also have approval from the state of Illinois to teach Special Education.

I have been teaching in alternative settings since 1996.  I began my career at Coordinated Youth and Human Services in Granite City as a teacher's assistant.  After earning my degree, I became a teacher.  I spent 6 years at the Alton Catholic Children's Home as a special education teacher, working with children from Kindergarten through 12th grade.  I came to MSSC in 2006. 

I have a passion for working with kids who need something different from traditional education.  I find that meeting the challenges of working with these students is fulfilling and exciting, and that the rewards of such work are well worth the struggles I encounter. 

I am married and have 3 children of my own, 2 boys and a girl.  We have 3 cats for pets.  My family enjoys boating and fishing, board games, and worshipping together at our church. 

If you would like to talk to me about your child's progress or assignments, please feel free to contact me.  I am available from 7:45-8:30 am daily, from 10:54-11:39 am daily, and from 2:30-2:45 pm Monday through Friday.  Please call during any of these times if you would like to speak with me.  If you would like to see me in person, please contact the MSSC office to make an appointment.  The school's phone number is 618-798-5112. 

You can also email me at any time.  I will answer your email as quickly as possible, usually within 24 hours.  My email address is mfenwick@madison.k12.il.us.

I welcome input from parents and hope to build a strong team between school and home.