About Mrs. Brightly

Dear Families,

Welcome to Kindergarten! I am excited to have your child in my class this year!

Let me tell you a little about myself. My name is Allison Brightly. I grew up in Boca Raton Florida and graduated with a B.A. in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I taught for 12 years in South Florida (Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade). IBM moved our family to Austin, Texas 21 years ago. We love it here! Eleven years ago, I taught Second Grade at Giddens Elementary. This will be my tenth year teaching Kindergarten here at Westside.

My husband Paul and I have been married for 31 years and we have 4 beautiful children (Ashley, Tommy, Austin and Emily). My children are extremely precious to me, and I know you feel the same way about yours.

I believe in treating your child as I would want my child to be treated. I also believe that a child’s self-esteem should be nurtured tenderly. Children should enjoy the learning process and I want to help them develop their own motivation for learning.

I am looking forward to a great year!

Sincerely,

Allison Brightly

Phone: 570-7000 ext:47000 Room 1105

Email: allison.brightly@leanderisd.org