Bienvenidos

Dear Parents/Guardians:

My name is Gabriela Ackert. I am the seventh grade Spanish teacher and I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself and to welcome all of you to the start of this new academic year.

I am from Ecuador, South America. I grew up in a small city called Ambato. I lived and studied in Ecuador for twenty six years. I attained an Associates degree in English as a Second Language (E.S.L) from the Universidad Tecnica de Ambato. I taught English to Spanish speaking students for seven years at the elementary and middle school levels.

In 2001 I decided to come to the United States to continue my education and to improve my English. In 2006 I attained my Bachelors degree in Liberal Arts, Interdisciplinary studies with a concentration in Spanish and Latin American Culture from the Empire State College. I am currently enrolled in the Master of Arts in Teaching program at the aforementioned university.

I find middle school students exceptional and fun to work with. Middle school students need good role models, leadership, and encouragement to succeed in school. It is also my personal belief that teachers at the middle school level are able to provide the encouragement and help needed for our students to be successful at learning and socializing in a our global and diverse community. I am passionate about teaching and, most importantly, I want to make a difference in our students’ lives. Therefore, I am excited and happy to be part of the C. J. Hooker Middle School.

Communication between parents, students and teachers is very important in order to help our students succeed. Therefore, I would like to encourage parents/guardians to write me a note, or call me at the school at 294-2471 or e-mail me at gackert@gcsny.org with any questions or concerns you may have.

Sincerely,

Gabriela  Ackert

7^th Grade Spanish Teacher