Welcome to first grade! My name is Beth Lafferty. I will be your child’s teacher for this school year. It is my pleasure to welcome you and your child. This will be a wonderful year full of learning and fun, as well as an incredible year of growth for your child as a friend, reader, mathematician, scientist, and so much more. I believe in the importance of strong family partnerships and look forward to collaborating. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions, concerns, or challenges. The best way to reach me is via email at: laffertyb@aaps.k12.mi.us.

This school year is my 6th year at A2 STEAM teaching first grade (+ a half year as a long term sub for Ms. Pierce) and my 20th year in teaching. I’ve taught second, third, and fifth grades in Westland and Detroit, as well as subbing in Ann Arbor Public Schools at Bryant, Pattengill, and A2 STEAM. This year, my own oldest child is beginning his freshman year at the University of Michigan, and my other two children will be Pioneer students, so I have the AAPS parent perspective too.

I look forward to an amazing year!