kindergarten

Katiuska Ballestas

My name is Katiuska Ballestas. I have taught kindergarten for four years. This is my fifth year teaching and I am the ESL teacher for kindergarten. I believe strongly in setting high expectations for all my students. Students will rise to or surpass your expectations. If you allow them to believe they can do it. I don't allow my students to use the words "I can't" in my classroom. Therefore, I like the saying, "to believe in the heroic makes heroes."

Rebecca Alvarado

Alma Harden

I believe every child can learn; however, every child does not learn the same way. I have high expectations so that my students will rise to the occasion. My classroom is a loving, safe, warm and nurturing environment.

Stephanie Stephens

I am a part of the Kindergarten teaching team at Valley West Elementary School.

I absolutely love teaching and inspiring students to do their best. I know this is a new and exciting time for you and your child I will do everything I can to make this a positive experience for your child so they can develop a love for learning. Every child in my class can and will succeed. Failure is not an option and Success is mandatory!!

Every week your Kindergartner can expect to have homework in the following areas: Spelling, Reading, and math. I am also going to require that you read to and with your child on a daily basis in order to expose them to various conventions of print.

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Kindergarten News

School starts promptly at 7:45 and are marked TARDY if the students are NOT at their desks working.

Planning Period/Parent Conference Time: Monday-Friday from 9:20-10:05

Tuesday Folders are sent weekly to update parents/guardians of their child's progress. If you wish to set up a conference, please call the school (713) 773-6151.

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