Mrs. Padilla's 2nd Grade

Contact Me - dpadilla@og68.org - 309-697-0621 - Ext. 1045

Hello !!! My name is Mrs. Padilla.  I graduated with my Bachelors Degree from Illinois State University in 1994. I earned my Masters Degree from ISU in 2000.  This will be my 31st year teaching at Oak Grove.  I live in Peoria with my wife Laura and 2 busy kids, Zoe (20) and Gabe (17).  We have 1 dog, and 2 cats. I am a avid fan of Wonder Woman and all things super hero. Don't tell anyone, but I may actually be Wonder Woman. I lead a very active lifestyle.  I love to exercise.  I go to the gym to workout and lift every morning.  I spend time with my family, play pickleball, golf, compete in triathlons and read.  I also keep busy with my kids activities such as tennis, indoor climbing and pickleball.  Some of my favorite things are . . . Pickleball, Peoria Triathlon Club, The Chicago Cubs, Chicago Fire Soccer, The Chicago Red Stars, The Chicago Bears, Diet Mt. Dew, Chocolate, Coffee, and anything sweet (because I am Danish).  

Here are a few important things I want to communicate with you. 

1. I consider your child my child when we are at school.  I will love them, and protect them just like I would my own children. 

2. My room is a safe place for all students to learn, grow and make mistakes.  My class is a family. 

3.  I am here for you.  I am a firm believer in communication.  I want to make sure you are in the loop, and understand the things going on in the classroom. 

4.  Your child will benefit greatly from review and practice at home.

5.  WE are a team, and together we will provide a challenging and fun year for your child.

6. Student handbook - Changes have been made on pages 4, 9, and 26. Link Below

https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1JCOToGQYkyHS7_KxxBIArjBoXcqJIupSaSF-gyexJ7Q/edit