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Kindergarten is a new frontier! Our day is filled with learning about reading, writing, math, social studies, and science. Students are engaged through music, movements, and hands-on activities. The Kindergarten team is excited to give our students the building blocks they need to become flexible thinkers, and eventually fluent readers and mathematical problem solvers. Our goal is for our students to build lifelong good feelings about learning and school.
The Virginia Department of Education sets standards for the state-mandated Kindergarten curriculum.
Ms. Bullock's Class
Vonique Bullock
Teacher
Hi All-Stars! I’m Ms. Bullock and I am a kindergarten teacher at Hoffman Boston. I have been a teacher with Arlington Public Schools for 14 years. I really enjoy teaching. I also love the following: Reading Taco Tuesdays Spending time with friends and family But most importantly, I love being a mom to my daughter, Kai!
Gradiva Jimenez
Instructional Assistant
Hi I’m Ms. Jimenez. I’ll be working with Ms. Vega. I’ve been on the kindergarten team for 8 years. This will be my 9th. Some of my favorite things are: Tigers Chocolate Sushi Can’t wait to meet you all!
Ms. Laurence's Class
Lauren Laurence
Teacher
Hi! I’m Mrs. Laurence and I am so excited for my second year in kindergarten at Hoffman-Boston. I am originally from Mobile, Alabama. I have an Elementary Education – Early Childhood degree from Mississippi State University. I am currently working towards a Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction! I have a wonderful husband, adorable cat (Sushi), and a newly rescued Cocker Spaniel (Goose). We are going to make so many memories this year in kindergarten. It will be a fun school year!”
Laura Anduze
Instructional Assistant
My name is Laura Anduze. I was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. I am a daughter of the Caribbean but I am also a citizen of the world. I have lived in Argentina and Brazil, and travelled extensively through Europe, Africa and Asia. I speak fluent Spanish and Portuguese and understand basic French. My dream is to learn to speak as many languages as possible.
Kindergarteners make my day every day! I love the age group and enjoy sharing their zest for life.
I am grateful to be a part of the diverse community at Hoffman Boston. Our school is a microcosm of the world. Through my students, I’ve learned about so many different cultures and their traditions, some which I’ve adopted and now gladly observe.
For the past two years I’ve been an active member of the PTA and of FACE Action Committee and served as Title 1 Coordinator. Most recently, I served as co-chair of the Gardening Committee.
I look forward to meeting you!
Ms. Funnye's Class
Olivia Funnye
Teacher
Hello All-Stars! I’m Mrs. Funnye and I am so excited to be your kindergarten teacher! We will have fun learning lots of new things together. A few of my favorite things are: Spending time with my family Traveling to new places Watching football (My favorite team is the Dallas Cowboys)
Buoy Kor
Instructional Assistant
I am originally from Cambodia so I speak and write Khmer. I grew up in Cambodia and often go to visit. I have been working at Hoffman Boston for four years as a Pre-K Special Ed assistant. This my 5th year working as a Kindergarten Assistant and it is my 5th year working as a school-based web liaison. A fun fact about me is I am a big fan of Hayao Miyazaki, the creator of Ponyo, Spirited away …, and my all-time favorite: Kiki’s Delivery Service. I graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Information System and specialized in Networking from George Mason University and received a graduate certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from George Washington University. I am looking forward to the new school year. Cheers,
Ms. Bastedo's Class
Ms. Molly Bastedo
Teacher
Ms. Kiewana Williams
Instructional Assistant
English Learner Team
Emily Hernandez
Teacher
Hello, All-stars!I am Mrs. Hernandez. I was born in Washington, DC and lived most of my life in Maryland. I have lived in Arlington for 6 years and I love it here! I was a classroom teacher until I switched to teaching English language 7 years ago. I love teaching English because I am a language learner myself. I speak Spanish, French, Russian and Georgian. Please practice with me! Outside of school, I stay busy cooking, knitting, reading and keeping up with my 3 sons.
Lauren Stephenson
Teacher
Hello! My name is Lauren Stephenson and I am one of the Kindergarten EL (English Learner) teachers. I am an APS graduate (Oakridge Elementary, Gunston Middle School, Wakefield High School). I attended George Mason University where I majored in Spanish. I have also attended the University Of Virginia’s College At Wise for my Special Education courses. I have been fortunate to work in many different positions in Arlington Public Schools-one of them includes being an Assistant Supervisor in the Extended Day program. I am fortunate to be able to bring what I have learned into my current position. I look forward to the new school year! I also look forward to working with families as well.