Grade 3-Cappellanti, Margaret / All About Me!

Welcome to Third Grade!

Dear Parents,

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Margaret Cappellanti and I am your child’s Third Grade teacher. I grew up in Fairfax, Virginia and have lived in Delaware, Virginia, and West Virginia. I earned my degree in Early Childhood Education from West Virginia University. I am beginning my thirtieth year of teaching, and my experiences range from Head Start, Kindergarten, First, Second, and Third Grade.

I am the parent of a twenty-three year old, and his name is David. My son recently relocated to San Diego, California. While I am adjusting to him being so far away, I am a very proud mother!

As a teacher of young children, I believe that children should learn in an active, yet structured environment. I feel that it is important to integrate all areas of the curriculum with reading and writing. Most of all, I set high expectations for all students and know that they can each achieve to their level of ability. I believe in challenging all students to work to their highest level of ability. If children know that they "can," then they will. If children believe they "can't," then they won't.

I look forward to an exciting school year as we support the growth and learning of your child. I feel that it is most important to keep an open line of communication, and that we work together as a team. Please feel free to contact me at any point during the year should you have any questions or concerns about your child.

( margaret.cappellanti@lcps.org) or 571-252-2890)

Regards,

Margaret S. Cappellanti