About The Teacher

NAME: Hope Benzie

SCHOOL: Plaza Vista Elementary

CLASS: 4th Grade

SCHOOL PHONE: (949) 936-6984


About The Teacher

I am so happy to be teaching fourth grade at Plaza Vista! I love working with 
children and I have enjoyed teaching both third and fourth grade. There is 
always something new to learn and that's what makes teaching so much fun!

On a personal note, I have a degree in psychology from the University of 
California at Santa Barbara. I received my teaching credential from 
California State University at Fullerton, and l2 years ago, I completed my 
masters in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University. All of my 
education serves only as a backdrop to my experiences working with children. 
We learn from each other everyday.

My family and I live in Irvine. My daughter attends Northwood High School, 
and this year my son will continue to his education at the University of 
Arizona. 

We love to travel, go to the beach and out to see movies together. My family 
is a wonderful support to my profession and they give me lots of great ideas 
and advise.  

I am thrilled to share my love of learning with my students and to be a part 
of the Plaza Vista family.

P.R.I.D.E.

In the fourth grade classroom

Partnership		Help others in need
			Work cooperatively
			Treat others with kindness

Respect			Pay attention to the speaker
			Raise your hand 
			Make good choices

Integrity		Be honest, do your own work
			Think it through before you act
			Do your personal best

Determination	        Keep trying, get help when you need it
			Come to school prepared to learn
			Persevere every day

Empathy			Think about how others feel
			Show good sportsmanship
			Be a good friend