The BIG announcement is that I am no longer a second grade teacher. After twenty-one years, I looked forward to the change and challenge of a new position. I am now one of the Reading Specialists, along with Mrs.Mammas and Mrs.Heymann. I can't believe that this is my fifth year in this position. I love my job because there is nothing I consider more important than helping children build a strong reading foundation. Early intervention is the key to reading success. I also work with older students who need additional help with fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. This is my third year implementing Rti, Response to intervention,to students in a small group setting. My students are continually progress monitored to track growth. That way, I will know if the interventions they are receiving are appropriate for them to ensure reading success. My room is 100 A. Please stop by and say hello.