Joanne Londe — Third Grade

Hello! My name is Joanne Londe. I joined the North Ridge third grade team in 2007 after moving from California where I had been a third grade teacher for 8 years. Originally I am from England, and although I've been in the U.S. for over 10 years now, you might still detect a slight accent! I graduated from Nottingham University with a B.Sc. in Mathematical Physics. How I ended up teaching third grade is a long story (involving a stint in South Korea working as a teacher's aide and teaching English) but it was definitely a great career choice! As a teacher I believe that I have the most rewarding and interesting job possible. Every day is different, bringing with it new successes and challenges. I look upon my students as individuals, each with their own special qualities and all with the potential to shine. In our class we work hard to create an environment that is happy and safe where everyone can learn. Outside of school, my family keep me very busy. I am happily married to David, a high school social studies teacher. We have two wonderful children, Rachael, who is a student here at North Ridge, and Nathan, who is a preschooler. We try to spend as much time together as possible; playing, going for walks, and exploring all the many things to do here in Raleigh. I also enjoy reading, watching movies and working out at the YMCA. Email me at: JLonde@wcpss.net

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