NAME:
Mrs. Hill
School:
Stevenson Ranch Elementary
CLASS:
2nd Grade
SCHOOL PHONE:
661-291-4070
I was born on a tiny island in the Indian Ocean called Sri Lanka (formerly
Ceylon). When I was 6, I traveled with my family to Canada and made that
chilly but beautiful country my home. My dad is of course Sri Lankan and my
mother is of Dutch, British, Portuguese descent. So, I am a teacher of many
nationalities! I consider myself Canadian as I spent most of my life there.
However, I recently became an American citizen, and so also consider
California my new home. Happily, I am both a US and Canadian citizen now!
I went to the University of Toronto where I studied English literature and
Philosophy, and later Education. I spent a year in the fascinating country of
Japan where I met such warm and interesting people, and was privileged to be
part of a lovely culture. I have also traveled to China, Italy, England, and
the Netherlands, and hope to travel more throughout my life. Traveling opens
your heart and mind to such wonderful cultures.
Besides travelling, I love to stay active by hiking and running through our
beautiful Santa Monica Mountains ( I have a trail 5 minutes from our home),
yoga and some light weight training and pilates. Cooking and having dinner
parties for friends is also a favorite past time of mine. I am always
looking for interesting and healthy recipes to try on my willing husband and
friends. I love food from all over the world and I am especially fond of
spicy dishes. I also enjoy reading immensely as well as watching films and
writing. As you can see I am never bored!
I just recently got married in March in San Diego. It was the happiest and
most magical day of my life so far. My wonderful husband, Alex, is from
England and works for a fashion designer here in LA. We have two adorable cats
named Simon and Caillou, whom we adopted from a shelter when they were
kittens. They never cease to fascinate and delight us.
As you can see I love life. Hopefully, I bring this enthusiasm, wonder and
positivity into the classroom.
You will have a wonderful year.
Love,
Mrs. Hill
