Hello families! My name is Maria Green and I am excited to get to know your child. I know that when schools and families work together, students thrive. I look forward to helping your child reach their full potential this year!
I attended UC Santa Barbara and UC Riverside where I received my Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. I then completed my multiple-subject teaching credential at Cal State San Bernardino. I have a combined 21 years of teaching experience in 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade. This will be my eleventh year teaching at John L. Golden.
Third grade is a huge transition from the primary grades (Kinder-2nd) to the intermediate grades (3rd-5th). We will spend a lot of time working on developing strong work habits, organizational skills, and increasing student responsibility! I know if we all work TOGETHER, this will be a positive experience. As we go through the school year I ask you to keep the following in mind:
• Please allow me to set high expectations and motivate your child to meet those expectations. Your child is capable of great things!
• As third graders I will encourage them to take responsibility for their actions. This is such an important skill to learn!
• In our class we learn that every choice has a consequence that can be positive or negative. We discuss daily how they are the only ones who are in control of their actions.
• In order for this year to be successful, students will need to meet me halfway, do their personal best, and pay attention. Please know that I am here for your kids.
I look forward to a wonderful year with your children! Thank you for your support in advance!!
Maria Green