Hello! My name is Diane Barrett and I will be your child's third grade teacher this year. I thought that I would let you know a little bit about myself before I get a chance to meet you. I graduated from St. Xavier University with a degree in Elementary Education and a Masters degree in Educational Administration from Governors State University. I also have seven years of experience as a gifted specialist. This will be my fourteenth year teaching in the Plainfield School District.

My goal every year is to challenge each child in my class. I am always looking to help your child reach his/her potential, and continually push him/her to the next level. I provide many different challenging experiences and a variety of different projects throughout the year.

One thing that is very important to me is parent teacher communication. I look forward to this year and the opportunity to work with each and every one of you! You, your child and I are a team with the same goal in mind, that of success. I know that with your help we can make this a very productive and successful school year!

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