“Hi, friends! My name is Ms. Yaya Norton, and I am so excited to be your teacher this year.
We’re going to learn, play, and make new friends together.
I can’t wait to get to know each of you!”
Hello PTAA Families!
Welcome to another exciting school year! My name is Ms. Norton, and I am so excited to begin my second year at PTAA. I feel incredibly grateful to continue being part of such a wonderful school community, and I can't wait to meet all of my new kindergarten students and their families.
I was born in Thailand, and one fun fact about me is that I'm a huge Disney fan!
When I'm not teaching, you can usually find me planning a Disney trip, reading a good book, playing my guitar, or exploring new places with my family.
I have an amazing son named Kristoff—yes, just like the character from Frozen!
Being his mom is one of my greatest joys, and it reminds me every day how important it is to create a caring, encouraging classroom where every child feels loved, supported, and excited to learn.
I earned two bachelor's degrees in Business and Marketing & Communication Arts and am certified in Childhood Education. My passion is helping young learners build confidence as they discover new skills. Kindergarten is such a special year filled with growth, curiosity, and unforgettable milestones.
This year we'll explore letters, sounds, numbers, reading, writing, science, hands-on activities, and so much more. Most importantly, we'll learn how to be kind classmates, work together, and celebrate each other's successes.
I am looking forward to an amazing year filled with learning, laughter, and wonderful memories. Thank you for trusting me with your child's education. Let's make this our best year yet!
Ms. Norton
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