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About The Teacher
My name is Katie Hagaman and I have enjoyed teaching young children for the past 27 years. I graduated from the University of South Florida in 1982 with a Bachelor's Degree in Specific Learning Disabilities. I earned a Master's Degree in Reading from Nova Southeastern University in 1984. My certifications include Reading, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Specific Learning Disabilities and ESOL. I also earned the highest standard in education by obtaining my National Board Certification in 2003. I was honored to be named the Tatum Ridge Teacher of the Year in 2007. I spent my first 11 years teaching students with learning disabilites and the next 11 years teaching kindergarten. I then spent four years as a Primary Reading Specialist. I am so excited to be teaching first grade again where I hope to remain for my last three years! My husband, Chuck, is the Colonel at the Manatee Sheriff's Office where he has worked for the past 32 years. We have been married 26 years and have two wonderful children. My son, Ryan, is 23 and will graduate from the University of Florida in December(Go Gators!!). My daughter, Kristen, is 17. She is a senior at Lakewood Ranch High School and a competitive soccer player. She will attend Mercer University next year on a soccer scholarship. We also have two crazy dogs; Oreo is a Pomeranian and Rocky is an American Eskimo.

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Mission
This will be an exciting year: A time of growth both socially and academically. Our class provides a safe, happy and fun learning environment to ensure that all students reach their individual potential. So as this exciting year begins, please remember to enjoy your child . . . Praise his efforts . . . Encourage her to tell you about her day at school . . . Read stories to him . . . Laugh with her . . . And tell him that you love him and I promise to do the same!