Hello Third Grader!

I am so very excited YOU are in my class!  We are going to spend a lot of time together and get to know each other very well.  So well, you may accidentally call me "mom," or accidentally call your mom "Mrs. Rivas."  Don't worry, it happens and no one will laugh at you. 

Here are a few things about me:

• This will be my 25th year teaching and my 19th year teaching 3rd graders at VVE.

• I think 8 and 9 year olds are the most fun!

• I am married to Mr. Rivas, and we have 2 girls.  Charlotte is 19, and attends Ole Miss. Hotty Toddy!! Helena is 16 and is going into 11th grade at Westlake HS. Go Chaps!! Both of my daughters attended Valley View and they are proud of their years as Cardinals.

• I grew up in Houston, TX. with my two older brothers and my older sister. 

• I love coffee and drink a great big cup every morning!

• I love swimming and spend lots of time relaxing near water during the summer.

• I think talking and working in teams is the best way to learn.

• I love dogs and cats.  I have a black goldendoodle doggie named Winston. He is adorable and the best dog on the planet.

• I love watching sports with my family, especially football...we are big fans of the Texas Longhorns! Hook 'Em! However, my favorite athletes are my own two daughters. I find so much pleasure in watching them having fun playing sports.

• I love, love, love my profession!

I hope in third grade you learn a great deal, make wonderful friends, and create special memories.  I am glad I get to be your teacher as you do those things this year!

Most sincerely,

Mrs. Rivas