Hello and welcome to 3rd grade! My name is Joy Armstrong and I am in my 4th year of teaching. I have been in the Oriskany School District for all 4 years teaching 3rd grade. I attended Oriskany from pre-K through to 12th grade, where I graduated as the valedictorian of the Class of 2018. Oriskany holds a special place in my heart and I feel so lucky to be able to fulfill my dream of becoming a teacher at my alma mater. I attended MVCC for my associate degree and then was a part of the bridge program that MVCC has with SUNY Oneonta to obtain my bachelor's degree in childhood education. I recently received my master's degree online through Grand Canyon University in literacy.  I dedicate a lot of time to work, but I also enjoy spending time with my family, friends and pets. I have a nephew who is going into 6th grade at Westmoreland and I spend any time I can with him. I have always had a passion for children and teaching and look forward to a great year with amazing students!