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A note from Mrs. Emerys Student Teacher

Hello Parents!
My name is Krissie Wilson, and this letter is to let you know that I will be student teaching in Mrs.
Emery’s classroom! I graduate this May from Utah State University with a certification in elementary
education and an emphasis in language arts. I am really excited to work with your child for the next 7
weeks of this semester.
Just a little about me… I have always desired to be a teacher, since I first saw my dad teach his class of
business students. I was a paraeducator for three years, at Oquirrh Hills Elementary in Kearns, Utah,
while attending Utah State. I had experience working with small groups in enrichment and reteach
of
reading and math concepts. I expanded my teaching knowledge and experience by applying my studies to
these small groups and my practicum.
A few fun facts...I am a Utah native and grew up in Cottonwood Heights. I love the majestic mountains
and adore all seasons that Utah! Even this cold winter snow! I am a huge fan of oldies music..John
Denver, Elton John, Simon and Garfunkel. I am a Diet Coke fanatic and enjoy an occasional bag of salt
and vinegar chips.
I hope these 7 weeks will be wonderful for you and your student! I look forward to meeting all of you!
Sincerely,
Krissie Wilson

Star Wars Shakespear

Dear Parents,

Over the next few weeks our class will be reading and performing William Shakespeare’s Star Wars, Verily a New Hope by Ian Doescher. This will give your student an excellent opportunity to learn common core standards relating to figurative language.

Return once more to a galaxy far, far away with this sublime retelling of George Lucas epic Star Wars in the style of the immortal Bard of Avon. The saga of a wise (Jedi) knight and an evil (Sith) lord, of a beautiful princess held captive and a young hero coming of age, Star Wars abounds with all the valor and villainy of Shakespeare’s greatest plays. ’Tis a tale told by fretful droids, full of faithful Wookiees and fearstome Stormtroopers, signifying...pretty much everything. This story contains themes of good against evil and there is some violence depicted.

If you wish to have your student opt out there will be an alternative activity provided.

For opting out of the book and play please sign below and return.  If you give permission for your student to participate please disregard.

Thank you wonderful parents!

Sign Below For opting out

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