Dear Student and Families, I hope you all have had an exciting summer and are ready to enter into the wonderful world of first grade! This year will be filled with fun, adventure, and a multitude of enriching learning opportunities. I can’t wait to begin! I started teaching at Sterling Elementary as a substitute teacher after moving here from California for my husband’s job. In California, I taught fourth grade for many years. I have taught many grades over the years in different states, but I have to say that I love teaching first grade! I have two children, a son and a daughter who both live in California. Both of my children had baby boys this year, and I feel like the luckiest grandma ever! My philosophy is that all students can learn, and I will do everything in my power to help them. I also ask for your support in helping your child with reading every day and with homework. I am looking forward to the 2015-2016 school year at Sterling Elementary, and welcome you to our orientation on Thursday, August 28th. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact me by, calling the Sterling Elementary number, or by emailing me at Molly.Laverty@lcps.org. We are going to have a great year!!! Sincerely, Mrs. Molly Laverty