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Meet the Teacher:
Hello and welcome to a new school year! My name is Michelle Hilke and I am so excited to be your child's Second Grade Teacher! This is my eighth year teaching at Robert Hunter School.
Hello and welcome to a new school year! My name is Michelle Hilke and I am so excited to be your child's Second Grade Teacher! This is my eighth year teaching at Robert Hunter School.
I attended The College of New Jersey where I received my degree in English and Elementary Education. I also received my MA in Reading Specialization from Kean University. I began my teaching career in 1999 and taught in the NJ public school system for 10 years. I taught third grade, first grade, and reading and math support. I then took time off from the classroom to stay home with my (then) young children. During that time, I was a Cub Scout leader, a homeroom parent, and the PTO president at Robert Hunter School! I taught Reading Support and Reading Recovery at Robert Hunter for six years and transitioned back to the classroom last year. Second grade is my favorite grade to teach! My goal is to help my second graders become independent, honest, organized, mindful, and extraordinary learners!
I attended The College of New Jersey where I received my degree in English and Elementary Education. I also received my MA in Reading Specialization from Kean University. I began my teaching career in 1999 and taught in the NJ public school system for 10 years. I taught third grade, first grade, and reading and math support. I then took time off from the classroom to stay home with my (then) young children. During that time, I was a Cub Scout leader, a homeroom parent, and the PTO president at Robert Hunter School! I taught Reading Support and Reading Recovery at Robert Hunter for six years and transitioned back to the classroom last year. Second grade is my favorite grade to teach! My goal is to help my second graders become independent, honest, organized, mindful, and extraordinary learners!
I live in Raritan Township with my husband, John, and our three children, Andrew (a freshman at Susquehanna University), Matthew (11th grade), and Abby (7th grade). We also have two silly cockapoos named Ollie and Ruby. When I am not teaching I can be found driving my kids to their activities around town. I also enjoy traveling with my family (my favorite places include National Parks, Ocean City, NJ, and Disney World!), hiking and going to the beach, reading, and cooking.
I live in Raritan Township with my husband, John, and our three children, Andrew (a freshman at Susquehanna University), Matthew (11th grade), and Abby (7th grade). We also have two silly cockapoos named Ollie and Ruby. When I am not teaching I can be found driving my kids to their activities around town. I also enjoy traveling with my family (my favorite places include National Parks, Ocean City, NJ, and Disney World!), hiking and going to the beach, reading, and cooking.
I am looking forward to a wonderful year of learning with your child!
I am looking forward to a wonderful year of learning with your child!
Ruby and Ollie
My family: Andrew, John, Abby, Matthew, and me!
Class Procedures & General Information:
Agenda Book & Homework: Second graders will receive an agenda book from the PTO. Each day students will record their homework in their agenda book. Students will typically have homework Monday through Thursday. I encourage students to work on homework independently. However, if your child is struggling with an assignment, please let me know and I will help them in school.
Birthdays: I welcome the celebration of students’ birthdays. Birthday treats in the form of food are not permitted in school. If you choose, you may send in a small “goody bag” or stickers, pencils, or erasers to share with your child’s classmates. You may also send in a special book that we can share with the class, or we can arrange for a time for a family member to come in to read to the class in honor of your child’s birthday. All of these suggestions are optional.
Snack and Water: We will have “Snack” every morning. Please remember to send a snack in for your child EVERY DAY. Please send in safe snacks for school, such as fruits and vegetables. Please do not send in any items containing nuts. Additionally, students may bring a water bottle into school each day.
Supply List:
Please purchase these items for your child to bring with them on the first day of school:
*One 1 inch 3 ring binder, with clear front pouch
*One plastic pencil box
*Two large Elmer’s glue sticks
*One box of crayons or colored pencils (8, 12, or 24 count)
*One box of markers (8, 12, or 24 count, thick or thin)
*Three thin low odor black Expo dry erase markers
*Two composition notebooks
*Two boxes of pencils (pre-sharpened are great!)
*Two 2 pocket folders (plastic folders hold up better!)
*One headphone set in a labeled Ziplock bag (first and last name)
*Packs of post-it notes, Ziplock bags, and boxes of tissues are also always appreciated!
Contact Me! The best way is through email: michelle.hilke
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