1st Grade
Welcome to the First Grade Team’s website! We are a group of dedicated educators who are excited to guide your student through a year of learning and discovery. Our goal is to create a nurturing, engaging, and fun environment where every student feels valued and supported.
Our Mission:
We are committed to fostering a love of learning in every child. We believe in building strong foundations in reading, math, and critical thinking while encouraging creativity, teamwork, and kindness. By partnering with families, we aim to provide a well-rounded educational experience that empowers each student to reach their full potential.
Our Approach:
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Collaboration: We believe in working as a team, both with each other and with you, the guardians. Communication is key to supporting your student’s growth and success.
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Building Social Skills: We emphasize the importance of working together, sharing ideas, and resolving conflicts in a positive way. Through structured activities and play, students learn how to listen, share, take turns, and express their feelings appropriately.
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A Positive Environment: We create a classroom atmosphere where mistakes are celebrated as learning opportunities, and where all students are encouraged to take risks and ask questions.
We are looking forward to a year of learning, growth, and celebration. Together, we will make this year unforgettable for your student!
Thank you for being part of our First Grade Family!
Meet Your Teachers

Katie Dennehy
Katlyn.Dennehy@District196.org
School Phone: (651) 683-6990
Voicemail: (651) 683-6969 Ext. 84891

Erin Godfrey
School Phone: (651) 683-6990
Voicemail: (651) 683-6969 Ext. 84806

Andrea Heckman
Andrea.Heckman@District196.org
School Phone: (651) 683-6990
Voicemail: (651) 683-6969 Ext. 84875

Beth Odegard
School Phone: (651) 683-6990
Voicemail: (651) 683-6969 Ext. 84889

Angie Ormiston
Angie.Ormiston@District196.org
School Phone: (651) 683-6990
Voicemail: (651) 683-6969 Ext. 83905

