In the weeks ahead we will be building our classroom community, setting goals, learning about each other and ourselves and developing routines. At least once each month I will send a detailed newsletter (like this) and when needed, I will send email updates or reminders with important dates and events. Your child will also keep a planner on their iPads starting the second week of school. It is my plan to foster independence and responsibility in each student.

As we enter the year together, I want you to know a little about what I believe about teaching, learning, and working together. First, I value the partnership between myself and each of you, my students parents. I will always act in the best interest of your child and invite frequent communication and collaboration as we help them grow and learn. I want the children to learn to think for themselves, listen to others ideas, and learn how to truly collaborate. I will push their thinking by encouraging them to explain their reasoning, find alternative solutions and ask questions. I work to strike a balance between quiet, independent work time, partner work and group work time. In my 21st year of teaching, I am continuously learning and working to get better at helping children succeed. I am honored to be your child's teacher and I look forward to the year ahead.