你好！ 欢迎！

Hello! Welcome! Ni hao! Huan ying! (That’s how to say hello and welcome in Mandarin!)

Welcome to Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion first grade! My name is Qiong Qin, and I am going to be your child’s first grade teacher this year! I am so excited that your child is going to be in my class!!

Let me first start by sharing some information about myself professionally and personally. I grew up in China. I was an experienced accounting professional in China for 6 years. I received my Master of Accountancy from The Carlson School of Management of The University of Minnesota in 2008. Why did I become a teacher? Because I fell in love with our students while I walked into the classroom as a volunteer, and I could never walk away from them, so I stayed until today. Time is passing so quickly that I got my Master of Art in Teaching in 2017 and I have been teaching first grade for 11 years already. I cannot say enough how much I love teaching first graders. My passion and love are all in my students❤️

First grade is an exciting time as children embark upon new adventures in the world of learning. I am looking forward to a very exciting and productive year working with your child. I will strive each day to make learning a fun and enriching process for your child. However, I need your help in making this year as successful as it can be! I believe that you and I are a team working together to help your child develop emotionally and academically. You are the most important people and teachers in your child’s life. I know if we work together and communicate, your child will have a very successful year! I am eager to hear your questions, comments, concerns, and celebrations.

My email address is qiong.qin@spps.org

Sincerely,

Qiong Qin

First Grade Teacher

Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy

St. Paul Public school