Welcome to Mrs. Nelson's 4th-grade classroom. This page will be updated frequently with announcements, newsletters, and other resources to help you stay involved in your child's education.  Please explore the different pages located in the upper right-hand corner of this page or along the left side depending on your device. Looking forward to moving mountains together this year.

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Meet the Teacher

• I grew up in the small town of Carbondale, Colorado-30 miles north of Aspen

• Growing up there made me love the outdoors and outdoor recreating; skiing, hiking, camping, horseback riding and exploring

• I attended the University of Colorado Boulder where I received my Bachelors degree in Geography

• I also met my husband Chris at CU as well.

• Chris is in the Navy so we have lived all over the country and world 

• I went back to San Diego State where I received my first teaching credential 

• Due to our many Navy moves(18) I have had the opportunity to teach 5th grade in Colorado and Visual and Performing arts in  California 

• We moved to Lafayette last fall for Chris to complete his final Navy tour as the CO of Navy ROTC at Purdue

• We have two daughters;

  • • Emma 20 

    • Jessica 23

• Our pets are a big part of our family too!

  • • Pocus our Poodle mix

    •  Lindy our cat.