Hello Bobcats! I am beyond thrilled to be back teaching 4th Grade Math and Science at Lykins. This will be my fifth year at Lykins. My teaching partner this year is Mrs. Schramme. We are looking forward to a fun year of learning. 

 I grew up in Pennsylvania, near Philadelphia, so yes, I love my Philadelphia teams (Superbowl Champions). I graduated from West Chester University with my degree in Special Education and went on to get my Elementary Certification from Holy Family University. My husband, Mani and I have been married for 21 years.  We have three wonderful children, Mya (19), Cole (18) and Mason (10) and our Golden Doodle, Bella. 

The best way to contact me is through my email. Please allow for 24 hours to respond. All changes in dismissal need to be communicated through the office as well as the teacher. 

On Thursdays we will be sending home ‘Thursday Folders’.  Please check these folders for notes from the office, graded work, and any other communication. 

Mrs. Hawkins sends out a weekly ‘Smores’ newsletter through email.  This will be information on all things Lykins Elementary.

The Parent Guide is an all inclusive, one stop resource for parents. Check it out!

Snacks: Students may bring a snack.  Make sure the snack does not require a spoon or is in liquid form.  Examples of appropriate snacks are Cheezits, goldfish, and pretzels.  No candy allowed.  

Birthdays: You may drop off a store bought treat in the office.  We will celebrate at the end of the day.  Please check with me on class size as it changes throughout the year.  It's also very helpful if the treats are all the same flavor, but you certainly do not have to do that.  

Homework: Regular homework is not sent home each week.  Things you can do at home to help support your child are reading each night, practicing math facts using flashcards or online apps, or CISD approved websites.

Breakfast and Lunch: Unfortunately, breakfast and lunch are not free this year.  You will need to add funds to their ‘My School Bucks’ account.  

Specials: Specials are on a six day rotation.  This year, your child will go to specials with their house color, not homeroom. 

Restaurant: Anyplace in Celina

Fast Food:  Chick-Fil-A, and Sonic

Flower: Sunflowers

Color: Purple/Pink/Teal

Stores: Walmart/Hobby Lobby/Michael's/Target

Snack: York Peppermint Patties/Junior Mints

Sweet: Gummy Bears

Beverage: Coke/Water

Hobby: Crafting

Something to note: I do not drink coffee but love Starbucks Frappuccino's (I know, it's strange)