Well, first quarter down, three to go. The students have settled into the routine of fifth grade. My class this year is fun and entertaining. They are good workers and are willing to take risks! We are trying many new strategies and programs to get our skills up to level! The reading levels are already increasing! It's a really great group of students!! If any one needs to reach me, my number at school is 630 - 894 - 4467. Please contact me anytime you need to know anything...especially when little "Johnny" says, "No, I don't have any thing to work on tonight!" To those past students that I hear from, I say, "THANK YOU!" I love hearing that you are doing well and that you remember me. Whether you stop in to see me, phone, or drop me an e-mail, it is always a thrill to hear from you! This year I heard from: Kim Bell, Joey Holloway, Ryan Zmuda, Eugene Holmes,Pamela Berglund, Carrie Reiss AND Christy Schroeder!