Miss Pettorossi's Junior Classroom

Classroom Expectations: 1.     Be on time, on-task, and prepared to learn EVERYDAY.  This includes coming to school with materials, lunch, snacks, and appropriate attire. 2.     Put away any and all personal electronics unless given permission to use – although they can be useful, they are a distraction . 3.     Throw out your garbage!  No one likes a mess! 4.     Be responsible for your own learning – Learning is not only the job of the teacher.  You as a student play a role, and you must take responsibility for your actions. 5.     Do not disrupt the learning process with words or actions – this is a distraction and hinders learning.  Questions and comments are always welcome but must be done in a respectful manner. 6.     Respect the teacher, the classroom, and other students.  Everyone is entitled to their own opinion - however, you are also responsible...

Parents/Guardians, Welcome back to the school year!  My name is Miss. Pettorossi (or Miss. P!) and I get the wonderful opportunity to teach your child this year!  Before we dive in, here’s a bit about myself: I grew up in Stoney Creek, Ontario as the oldest of three children.  I moved to St. Catharines in order to attend Brock University, where I received my BSc in Mathematics and BEd.  Now back in Hamilton, I am living my lifelong dream of educating today’s youth! I’m very excited for this school year to begin!  Although it does not seem like it, I only have your child for a short amount of time and I want to make the most of this opportunity.  I want nothing more than to watch your child flourish and succeed this year and I believe that together we can make this happen. Teaching begins with making children feel like they’re at home in the classroom.  I believe that when a child feels comfortable, their mind opens to learning.  F...