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Ms. Rebecca Lee - Rm3
relee2@seattleschools.org


 June 2010

To the Families of Team III Students:

It is time to start preparing for the annual Team III outdoor education project!  The Montlake staff has made arrangements for all fourth and fifth graders to attend a four-day camping experience.  We believe that it offers excellent educational opportunities in the best possible environment.

Like last year, we will go to camp in the fall.  We are taking the opportunity to begin the year with an engaging team-building even.  It will benefit the students and staff by having this special time together at the beginning of the year.  Connections and friendships will be forged and will continue to grow throughout the year.  This event is vital element in our curriculum and will be an unforgettable part of your child's education at Montlake.

We would like to let you know in advance that the cost of camp will be between $240 and $275 per student.  The camp fee covers four days and three nights at camp, a full educational program, and nine meals, and three snacks.  It also pays for the counselors buses, luggage truck rental, ferry fare, and other camp supplies.  There will be an informational packet sent home with your child in the first week of September when school resumes.

Sincerely,

Corinne Grandbois
Nick Schultz
Rebecca Lee
Joan Hsiao



Introduction
Welcome to the Room 3 classroom.  I hope that you had a wonderful summer.  This summer I taught outdoor education classes and then was able to go to Missouri for a family reunion.  No, we are not from Missouri, but my dad picked it as a good central meeting point for my family.  My family came from far and wide--Europe, Florida, Indiana, Oklahoma, and we came from Washington.  I look forward to hearing stories from your summer.
  I’m happy to be return to the Montlake community and would like to welcome those students who are returning and those who are new to the school.  I hope that you are all excited about making new friends at school. 

My Philosophy
I believe that children learn at different rates and in different ways.  Students will be asked to share their learning in a variety of ways.   Everyone has strengths and weaknesses, and the environment in my classroom is one where we feel safe and encouraged to take risks as we explore new subjects.  We want to have fun in school! 


Contacting Me
Throughout the school year I will communicate with you through notes, emails, telephone calls, and parent-teacher conferences.  Also, please check your child’s binder and planner regularly for updates.  
If you have any questions or concerns or if you would like to schedule a conference or volunteer in the classroom please let me know.   The best way to contact me is by school email.  My address is relee2@seattleschools.org.  I check my messages several times each day.  You can also send a note to school with your child.   Let’s work together to make this the best year ever!