.....................All About Mr.Hughes

     I was born in New Hampshire, but lived my first 22 years in 
Vermont. My mother was a first grade teacher.  I went to the 
University of Vermont to become a teacher as well.  I guess I 
always wanted to be a teacher since I was in the seventh grade. 
     I started teaching in the Vineland School District in 
February 1998. 
     My first eight years in the Vineland School District, I
taught at Dane Barse. I have taught both third and fourth 
grade. I was awarded the "Teacher of The Year" award in 2006.
     My classroom has had a web site since October 1999 and the 
Web Quest (Mr. Hughes' Challenge since November 1999).
     There are a lot of jobs that will pay you more money and have 
a lot less hours, but there is none that has the rewards that 
I receive everyday from my students.
        I love to play tennis, swim, teach, read and ride my bike. I 
like Pepe le Pew, Eeyore, Dolphins, Smileys, Elvis, Country Music, 
the color purple and the New York Yankees.  My favorite place to be is anywhere near water, whether it 
is a lake, stream, waterfall or an ocean. My favorite months 
are April and October.
     I believe that everyone can learn through hard work and 
dedication. My goal is to create a sense of responsibility in
each student so that he or she performs to the best of his
or her ability. I also believe learning should be fun.  
     It is a pleasure teaching this group of students...
It is amazing how they grow, mature and learn everyday.
I respect how hard they really try.

 This is Mr. Hughes, as a Third Grader.


Personal Best Is Our Focus This Year

     This year in my class along with Spelling, Writing, Reading, 
Social Studies, Science, Math and the Special Area Subjects,
we will be focusing on becoming young men and woman,
along with trying your very best each and every time. 
     Over time, we'll discuss the Life Skills in more depth at school, 
and we hope you'll do the same at home.

Caring (for yourself and classmates).........Integrity
Common Sense ...........................................Organization
Cooperation ................................................Patience
Courage .......................................................Perseverance
Curiosity .....................................................Pride
Effort ...........................................................Problem Solving
Flexibility.....................................................Resourcefulness
Friendship ...................................................Sense of Humor
Taking Responsibility (for your actions)...Initiative

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Trustworthiness

Be honest, Don't Lie - Lieing just gets you into a bigger mess
and people will loose respect in you.

Have the courage to do the right thing.

Respect

Treat others with respect. Be considerate of the feelings of others.

Do not bully, call people names, threaten, hit, or hurt anyone.

Responsibility

Do what you are supposed to do.

Keep on trying - Never Give Up!! Always do your best.
Try to do it on your own, but Ask for Help when you truely need it.

Be accountable for your choices, take responsibility for your actions.

Citizenship

Our class is like a family. We are all brother and sisters.

Help others when you can, and others will help you when you need it.

Do your share to make our class, Petway and Vineland better.

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