My name is Mrs.Ursini and I am excited to be your teacher this year!
This is my 19th year teaching at Mesquite. 4th grade is absolutely the best grade to teach! I always find new and creative ways to keep it fresh and fun. I love meeting new students every year and becoming part of their lives. I still keep in touch with students, even from my first year teaching. I believe in creating a classroom community that resembles a "class family" where everyone is loved, respected, and feels safe.
I am originally from the Gulf Coast area, Nederland, Texas. My family moved here when I was young, but luckily I was able to spend the summers in Texas with my grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, etc. My grandparents had a farm in Woodville, Texas which is located in The Big Thicket National Preserve. It's a very beautiful place covered in trees and rolling hills. (and humidity/mosquitos)
I went to school in Tempe (Marcos de Niza High School). I earned my Bachelor's Degree at ASU and my Master's Degree from NAU. I have completed approximately 60 hours of gifted education classes.
I have 4 children and 3 grandchildren. Being a grandmother is the best feeling in the world! I wish I could have skipped right to that! My children: Michael 30, Charlie 28, Justin 23, and Alex 13 . My oldest grandaughter (Maddie) is in 1st grade this year at Mesquite! She loves our school! "It's my dream school," were her exact words. My grandson (Jax) is 3 and my other grandaughter (Amelia) is 2. These kiddos, big and small, keep me busy and are my pride and joy. I have a very large, very close extended family.
Hobbies include: Teaching is my biggest hobby. But.... I like to create video plays with my class at the end of each year. I like editing them on the computer and adding music and sound effects. I also enjoy creating this website. It is always under construction.
I enjoy reading, cooking, camping, going to the lake, boating, hiking (walking), being outdoors, and I am a nature & plant lover. One day I hope to have a huge vegetable garden. I also love movies and Netflix binge watching! I watched the series LOST about a million times but I love Supernatural and the Walking Dead ! My favorite foods include Wendy's chili, Coke, Tilamook sharp cheddar cheese, bacon, and Mexican food. I am Gluten Free so no more cheeseburgers and pizza for me. (or cookies, or donuts, or any of that other yummy stuff!) My favorite colors are orange, brown, gold, and green. (70's appliance colors)
One day I hope to own and love a miniature labra-doodle dog.