About Ms. Laine

All About Ms. Laine

Hi! My name is Ms. Laine and I am SO excited to be your (or your child’s) teacher! This will be my 6th year teaching but my first year at Walnut Grove.

Fun Fact: I attended Walnut Grove as an elementary student, ROP student, student teacher, and substitute teacher! I think it was meant to be that I ended up at Walnut Grove. :)

I was born and raised in Pleasanton where I was also a student at Pleasanton Middle School and Amador Valley High School. I stayed local for college and received my Bachelors and Masters degrees at CSU East Bay. I have my Masters degree in education with an option in reading instruction.

Right now my name is Ms. Laine, but come November 21, I will be Mrs. Prothero! I'm engaged and will be getting married over Thanksgiving break. :)

In my free time you might see me taking my dog Theo for a walk around the sports park or out to eat at my favorite restaurants downtown Pleasanton. I also love to travel and stay active.

I strive to create a positive and encouraging classroom environment, where each student feels like they can ask questions and share ideas while feeling supported by myself and their peers. I am looking forward to an amazing school year! :)

Ms. Natalie Laine