Welcome to Third Grade!
Mrs. Stein, Mrs. Ernst, Ms. Zhang, Ms. Spillett, Ms. Friedheim
Meet the Third Grade Team
Ms. Spillett
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My name is Ms. Maureen Spillett. I am originally from Montgomery County Maryland. I attended Le Moyne College in Syracuse, NY for my B.S. in Psychology and Elementary and Special Education. In 2010, I received my Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from McDaniel College with a certification of Administration and Supervision. I have been lucky to be a part of the TSES special education team for five years and am looking forward to my third year as a third grade teacher. I enjoy reading, crafting and hanging out with family and friends in my free time. I am looking forward to an amazing year. I look forward to working with you and your student this school year.
Mrs. Stein
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My name is Mrs. Claudia Stein. I am originally from Miami, Florida and got married December 2010. I enjoy reading mystery novels, watching movies, traveling, and spending time with my family and friends! This is my fourth year as a teacher at Talbott Springs Elementary. I received my teaching credential from Florida International University and taught in South Florida for five years. I was fortunate to teach fourth, third, and second grade. I am also fluent in reading and speaking Spanish. I know with your help we are going to ensure that your son/daughter will be successful this year!
Ms. Friedheim
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My name is Ms. Jessica Friedheim. I grew up in Howard County and I feel lucky to be part of the Howard County Public School System. I received a degree in Elementary Education from Salisbury University. I enjoy going to the beach, hiking, white water rafting, playing volleyball, basketball, watching movies, traveling, and spending time with my family and friends! I love chocolate chip cookies and to shop at Target! This is my sixth year teaching at Talbott Springs Elementary School. I taught fourth grade for four years and I am excited to be teaching 3rd grade for my third year. I am looking forward to a wonderful year!
Mrs. Ernst
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My name is Mrs. Doni Ernst and I am originally from Pennsylvania, but have lived in Howard County since 1990. I received a BS in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State and have been the 3rd grade para-educator since the spring of 2007. My husband, Mark, and I have two children, Melissa, a freshman in college, and Joshua, a sophomore, who have both benefited from the HCPSS. I’m excited to get to know all of the students and each of you as we start the new school year!