Welcome!

Welcome to Miss. Pettorossi’s online classroom! 


Here is where you can find information about what we’re learning, what’s for homework, and what assignments are due!

Parents, feel free to explore and see what your children are up to as we progress through the year!

I look forward to learning with you all!

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  1. Miss AdelsteinMay 14, 2017 at 2:25 PM

    Miss Pettorossi,

    I look forward to following along with your blog as you and your class progress through the school year!

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  2. misshewitsonMay 14, 2017 at 4:30 PM

    Miss Pettorossi,
    Your blog looks like it is going to be very interesting to follow for the ensuing school year!

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