First Grade

First Grade Teachers

We believe First Grade is the foundation for all future academic achievement. As teachers, we desire to build a strong partnership with the families of our students to help children become life-long learners. Through cooperative learning, we will aid students in the development of the social skills necessary to become productive citizens of our school, community and country.

Ms. Anna Aragon-Gaona
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Originally from New Mexico, I completed my education in Arizona. I attended both Arizona State (BAE) and University of Arizona(MAE). I've always been an avid reader, but I first majored in Art Education. I enjoy working on word puzzles and creating them for my students. Words lead to reading, and reading leads to writing, which takes words. It's a glorious circle of learning.

Christy Spasoff
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Hello! My name is Christy Spasoff and I am a fourth grade teacher at Oyama. I earned my Bachelor's degree from the University of Arizona. I have taught first grade for seven years and 5 years second grade this is my first year as a 4th grade teacher. When I am not teaching, you can find me at the bowling alley, at home completing a puzzle, watching moose in Wyoming, or with my dog Sebastian!