Dear 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/fifth 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 18th birthday and starts 12th grade at Scotts Valley High School. He seems very excited to be heading back to school to see his friends.  20 year old Whitney continues to attend Cabrillo College and works at the Pet Emporium in Capitola. Stop by if you are in the market for pets.

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 of our blog under the Beginning of Year Business tab. I will also send home a hard copy of the list with your child on the first day of school (Wednesday August 23rd, 8:30-12:35) and you can gather things together this week or over the weekend. 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 and any other important paperwork with your child in his/her folder tomorrow.

Please stop 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