Parent+Letter

September, 2013

Dear Parent and/or Guardian,

I am excited to welcome you and your child to the 2013-2014 school year. Staff at Valleywood strives for excellence and success in every way. I look forward to providing a positive learning environment for your child to become a respectful and responsible student.

I am excited to be entering my fifth year at Valleywood Middle School after teaching for Kentwood Public Schools for 14 years in another building. I am an East Kentwood graduate and was in the first 8th grade class to ever attend Valleywood. I went on to become the parent of three children who also attended Valleywood. I am a personal example of the success that arises from such an exemplary school building.

I look forward to guiding your student to become an independent and successful learner. Classroom management will use the principles of self-control and will use a social contract with the following consequences:

First time: a warning will be given. Second time: four questions will be asked Third time: Student will be fill out a written action plan and parent contact will be made. Fourth time: Student will be sent to an administrator.

Communication is vital for a successful education. I believe strongly in the parent-teacher team. My planning time is from 12:55 pm - 1:55 pm. I also arrive in the building by 7 A.M. each morning. Feel free to call me during these times, or e-mail if you prefer, with any questions or concerns. I strongly encourage you to check your child’s grades regularly on the bulletin board for grades at //[|www.kentwoodps.org].// You may check units and assignments on my calendar at this site or on my classroom planner at the kps site. Thank you for your support in promoting a safe and successful learning environment.

Sincerely,

Kathy Haven Kathy.Haven@kentwoodps.org (616) 538 – 7670 Extension 34241