Dear first grader and family,

Hi, I am Mrs. Allen and I am very excited to be your first grade teacher! It will be a year full of fun, laughter, learning, and lots of adventure!


I thought you might like to know a little bit about me.  I am married to Mr. Allen and we have a very cute pet rabbit named Truman. This summer I discovered that I love skydiving! It felt like I was flying!

I have taught in Gridley for 20 years.  This is my second year teaching first grade.  I love first grade, it's quite an adventure! I have taught reading intervention for 8 years and second grade for ten years at Wilson Elementary.  I love teaching! It is my mission to instill a love of learning in all my students.  I teach with passion to help  my students develop a desire to become life long-learners. I look forward to a great year together!