We asked third grade parents to tell us what they wanted in a teacher for their child in the fourth grade. These questionnaires were then considered in the assignment of students to the teachers in the fourth grade. Mr. Bozarth allowed me to have the responses for my future class, and I have studied the comments closely. I don't know if I match all of the items the parents listed, but I am humbled once again as I see what some people think are properties of my teaching.
Compassionate, patient, kind, kind of strict | Passionate about his students and teaching |
One who communicates a lot with us and helps to motivate him to turn in his work as he nails down his responsibility | Organized, firm yet loving, high performance expectations, good follow-through, very encouraging, and mild-tempered |
[My daughter] is a gentle-natured, compliant child. She is eager to please her teachers and loves to learn. She excels in an atmosphere where order and discipline is maintained. She has become familiar with the teaching style of Mr. Hoggatt and [another teacher] and has expressed a desire to be placed with either, particularly Mr. Hoggatt.
Patient | Creative in the teaching experience | Consistency |
Willingness to work with family and child as a teaching team | Kind, loving, understanding, lots of energy, caring |
Mr. Hoggatt | Structured, consistent, very patient | Experience with ADHD learning methods |
Talk about high expectations! While these may not be the exact words I would use to describe my classroom, I would hope that you will see me put in my best effort to fit the bill.
It is inspiring to see that people look forward to our time together. I also received this message from a grandparent:
"I'm so excited that [my grandson] will be in your class!
This is one proud grandma! The things he will do, can't wait to see."
Let us work together for the greater good in Room 404, and may the 2017/8 school year be full of surprises, joy, and a love for learning.
