Welcome to first grade! My name is Mrs. Searby. This is my seventh year teaching at Irving and my sixth year in first grade. I LOVE first grade! I think it is the best grade of all! In first grade students get to become
excellent readers, inspiring authors, scientists, mathematicians, explorers, great citizens, and so much more! Some facts about me: I grew up in Normal, Illinois and I love the Bloomington-Normal area. I graduated from University of Illinois-Springfield with my degrees in Educational Psychology and Elementary Education. I also have a Bible degree from Lincoln Christian University. I am married to my husband, Mr. Searby, and we have two kids who are 8 and 10. We love to travel and explore, ride bikes, play outside, and watch movies.! I love reading, movies, and doing DIY craft projects at home. Some of my favorites: Favorite food: Donuts Favorite drink: Coffee Favorite season: Fall Favorite books: The Harry Potter Series Favorite sports teams: Cubs, Bears, Hawks and Bulls. Go Chicago! Favorite hobbies: Reading, DIY projects, spending time with family, shopping, and traveling |
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On our class website you will find information about our classroom, school rules, and links to some of our favorite games and videos. You will also find our class blog, which will be updated throughout the year with stories and pictures of some of the awesome things we are doing in first grade. Make sure to check back frequently for our latest classroom news! As always if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me! email: [email protected] phone: 827-8091 |