Hello My Name Is...

Ms. Diaz

Welcome to K/1!
Room 18

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to my K/1 class!  I started my teaching journey by graduating from Brandman University in 2006 and began teaching at Lemoore Elementary in 2006 as a Speech Therapy Assistant, Special Education Tutor, and Substitute Teacher.  I moved to Central in 2013 as a 2nd grade teacher, then various grade levels since. This year, 2026-2027, I have the opportunity to teach Kindergarten and First grade Combination class.

I am proud to be entering my 13th year with the district and have had the opportunity to teach multiple grade levels throughout my career. For the 2026-2027 school year, I am excited to be teaching a K/1 combination class. In addition to teaching, I have had the opportunity to take on various adjunct duties, and participate in PAR, which have allowed me to collaborate with colleagues, support educators, and contribute to our school community in different ways.

Out-side of school, I am a proud mama of four and grandmother of three. I believe in embracing life, trying new things, creating meaningful memories, and making the most of every opportunity. I bring that same enthusiasm, patience, and love for learning into my classroom. I hope to inspire my students to grow, believe in themselves, and enjoy the journey of learning.

Homework

Homework is crucial and will vary throughout the year.  First, it helps to reinforce skills learned in class.  These skills might be a review of concepts your child has a good handle on or might be information that is new and needs to be practiced.  Homework also teaches responsibility, time management and organizational skills.  We all have busy lifestyles that require balancing.  This is a skill your student will use his or her whole life! Parents Homework Responsibility- Make sure that your child gets his work done properly. Please check it and help them make corrections if needed. You are their NUMBER 1 FAN! Lots of encouragement and praise will make them feel successful. Also put homework in a special spot so that is doesn’t get lost or messed up. Help them remember to bring it back.

If you have any questions, concerns, or anything you think I should know, please feel free to call me at 924-7797 Ext. 2318 or email me, [email protected]. Let’s make this a rewarding year!

Discipline

We use a clip chart system, treasure box, and other incentives to monitor behavior. Students may clip up or down depending upon their choices. Parents will be notified if their child clips down multiple times throughout the week.

Rewards for positive behavior include verbal praise, treasure box, and student choice activities.