Dear First Grade Families,

Welcome to 1st Grade!  I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Shannon Wing and I will be your child’s teacher for the 2023-2024 school year at Western Peaks.  I currently live in Surprise with my husband, Justin.  We just celebrated our 18th wedding anniversary.  We have 3 children - Dylan is 23 and is a graduate from the University of Arizona.  Ashton is 15 and a sophomore at Willow Canyon.  My daughter Allison is 13 an 8th grader at Canyon Ridge.  I attended Arizona State University and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education.  After graduation, I taught 4th grade in the Washington Elementary School District.  When my middle child was born, I became a stay at home mom.  After 9 years at home, I returned to the classroom 8 years ago.  My philosophy is that all students are capable of reaching their full potential with a supportive school and home environment.  I am committed to provide that for you and your child.  Parents are a child’s original teacher and are the largest influence on their life.  I am so excited to meet you all and look forward to a successful school year!  If you have any questions please feel free to call or email me!

Shannon.Wing@dysart.org

A few of my favorite things:

Hobby: Reading

Food: Italian

Movie: Guardians of the Galaxy

Book:  American Gods by Neil Gaiman

Color: Purple and Black

Drink: Coke with extra ice

Sports: Football (go Niners!)

Fast Food: Chipotle

Band: Biffy Clyro and Foo Fighters

Subject: Science

Store: Target

Dessert: Tiramisu

Candy: Dark Chocolate

Restaurant: Ugly Tuna

Flower: Star Gazer Lily