Hello!
I am looking forward to meeting and working with all of your children. I have a lot in store and they will be learning a great deal throughout this year. I am very passionate about teaching middle school students, and I hope to build meaningful connections with each and every one of my students. Middle school is a time where students start to think for themselves, act for themselves, and take ownership of their academic careers. I want my students to be self advocates. Starting this now will help in the long run. That being said, please do not hesitate to contact me! You can reach me at my email aherman@pleasantonusd.net.
Building a class community will come first!
Creating a safe and including environment for all students
Emphasis on participation in class and on assignments
New information will come in small doses
Emphasis on communication and feedback
Prioritizing student choice to increase motivation
Flexibility
Where to find daily assignments and homework? - Google Classroom
My hub: This website and Google Classroom
Creative and interactive lessons. Why?
Emotionally invested students learn more
Results in higher level thinking
Encourage communication with their teachers and peers!
Read with your child!
You can read the same book as a family, listen to an audio book and discuss it together, or read your own book in the same room! It is extremely valuable for students to see adults around them read for fun!
Help your child set a routine!
Please e-mail me with questions and feedback. I am here to support you as well as your student.
Contact me at aherman@pleasantonusd.net