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Welcome Parents and Students! My name is Mrs. Fuller, and I’m thrilled to be your 4th grade teacher this year! We have an exciting journey ahead, filled with learning, laughter, and growth. This first newsletter is a quick introduction to me, along with some important dates to help you prepare for the start of school.

I was born and raised right here in Parker! Fun fact—my childhood home sits just behind Iron Horse, and you can actually see it from the playground.

I come from a family full of educators and creatives:

• My sister is a teacher, just like me

• My brother is a talented chef

• My mom and stepdad retired to Italy, where my stepdad’s family is from

• My dad and stepmom live in Orlando, and yes—they’re teachers too!

I graduated from Ponderosa High School in 2009 and went on to earn a degree in Film Acting from Colorado Film School. (Very important, I know!) For a few years, I worked on indie films around the state before realizing my true passion wasn’t on the screen—it was in the classroom.

After taking an Intro to Early Childhood course, I fell in love with teaching. I went back to school and earned a Bachelor's in Reading Intervention and Instruction, followed by my Master’s in Teaching.

Currently, I’m working toward my Doctorate in Science Education at CU Denver—and loving every minute of it!

My husband and I first met when we were 18 years old, but life had other plans—we didn’t get together until we were 30! We’ve been happily married since 2023.

We have two wonderful kids:

• Our daughter, Stella, is in 1st grade here at Iron Horse

• Our son, Stuart, is 8 months old and already keeping us on our toes!

Our home is full of love—and animals! I have such a soft spot for furry (and feathered) friends, so our crew includes:

• Two sweet dogs: Obie and Nox

• Three cats: Frammy, plus two playful kitten sisters—Emmy and Sushi

• My mom’s 19-year-old African Gray parrot, Weegie, who we care for

• And a fluffy lionhead bunny named Roger Rabbit

As a family, we love to travel, go camping, and have park days where we compete to see who can swing the highest!

My best friend Hannah and I have been inseparable since 6th grade! Our bond began over a shared love of Harry Potter, and it’s taken us on some unforgettable journeys together.

In 2016, we traveled to London to visit the actual Harry Potter sets—a dream come true! We've continued our adventures across the globe, and this spring, we’re heading to New York to see the Harry Potter play featuring Tom Felton himself.

It’s safe to say our friendship has been nothing short of magical.

• Color: Purple 💜

• Sport: Football

• Team: Go Broncos! 🧡🏈

• Book: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban—a classic in the wizarding world

• Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You (forever iconic)

• Show: Bob’s Burgers—quirky, hilarious, and endlessly quotable

• Drinks: Hazelnut Latte for mornings ☕ & Diet Coke for everything else 🥤

• Snacks: Chips and guac for salty cravings, white chocolate when the sweet tooth strikes

• School Supplies: Pens and highlighters—I can’t resist a good color-coded moment!

• Season: Fall 🍁

• Holiday: Halloween 🎃

• August 11 – Back-to-School Night

• August 13 – First Day of School (Let’s make it magical!) ✨

🌩️ Weather Watch August tends to bring lightning storms. Please stay tuned for any updates regarding lightning dismissal procedures. Safety comes first!

🚲 Transportation Reminders Students may ride bikes and scooters to school, but they must dismount and walk them once they reach school grounds.

📵 Cell Phone Policy Cell phones may not be used during school hours. If your student needs to be reached or there are changes to their schedule, please contact me or the school office directly.

If you ever need to reach me, feel free to email me at dfuller@dcsdk12.org.

At Back-to-School Night, I’ll be sharing details and instructions for connecting through Class Dojo my go-to platforms for classroom updates and quick communication.

I’m always here to support you and your child throughout the school year!

🎒 Welcome to 4th Grade! We’ll be kicking off the year with a casual Open House-style event. You’re invited to:

• Bring your child’s school supplies

• Fill out important forms

• Help set up your student’s desk

• Chat with teachers and mingle with other families

✨ Everything you need to know is in this presentation: 4th Grade Open House Info