8/17/2016

Dear Friends and Families,

I hope you have enjoyed your summer! I would like to welcome all of you back as we embark on a new school year. My name is Heather Young, and I will be your child's teacher this year for their fourth grade experience in the Intermediate School.

A little about myself.... I live in Scotts Valley with my husband Scott and our two children, Casey and Whitney. Casey just celebrated his 17th birthday and starts 11th grade at Scotts Valley High School. Now, over six feet tall, he plays football for the Falcons and seems very excited to be heading back to school to see his friends.  19 year old Whitney continues to attend Cabrillo College and work toward applying to San Jose State University's animation program. Whitney will be working in the classroom this year on Tuesday afternoons as an additional aide.  This is really a wonderful experience for her and will be a nice added support in the classroom.

Professionally, I have a background and education in the humanities, teaching, and the arts. I originally started my teaching experience at the community college level and found that I enjoy teaching at the elementary level most of all, as I love children.  I am quite tickled to be a part of the Mountain team of dedicated teachers, staff and parents again this year.

In closing, please find the supply list on the Home page under the Beginning of Year Business tab if you would like to get a jump on that before school begins. If you are still enjoying the last lingering moments of summer and are not so inclined, worry not. I will send home a hard copy of the list with your child on the first day of school (Wednesday August 24th) and you can gather things together next week as you are able. You may also fill out the parent interview on the same tab on the blog if you wish. Otherwise, I will send home copies of that with your child as well.

Please pop in to say hello and see our beautiful classroom. I am eager to meet all of you and your wonderful children.

Kind Regards,

Mrs. Young