Derek Smith
Fifth Grade
- Born and raised in Santa Rosa, CA
- 3 years of teaching experience at Anna Yates
- U.C. Santa Cruz (B.A. in Literature, Minor in Education; University of the Pacific, Stockton (M.A. and Multiple Subject Teaching Credential)
I believe in creating a strong classroom community that is based on mutual respect, communication, trust, and empathy. I have high expectations for all students to succeed, and I look forward to the important, engaging and collaborative learning we will do together this year!
I plan to be a partner in your child's learning this year by assessing what skills, interests and goals they have, and then working with them to strengthen these skills, explore these interests, and work toward these goals! My hope is that every student will view school as a positive and empowering place!
I'm excited to use Class Dojo this year as a way to keep connected with families, share student work, communicate updates, and celebrate successes! I look forward to working together with parents and families to ensure all students have a safe, positive and fun 5th grade year!
I plan to be a partner in your child's learning this year by assessing what skills, interests and goals they have, and then working with them to strengthen these skills, explore these interests, and work toward these goals! My hope is that every student will view school as a positive and empowering place!
I'm excited to use Class Dojo this year as a way to keep connected with families, share student work, communicate updates, and celebrate successes! I look forward to working together with parents and families to ensure all students have a safe, positive and fun 5th grade year!