Welcome! My name is Mrs. Ward and I am excited to be your child’s 3rd-grade teacher. I was born and raised in Southern California, and I have been teaching for 15 years. I joined the Pinetree family in 2010 teaching 6^th grade for 3 years, then taught 4^th-6^th Special Education, and now I currently teach 3^rd grade. I am married to a wonderful husband, who is a pilot, so I get to go on some amazing adventures! I have two children, two step-children, and a grandson. In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities and spending time with my family.  I am proud to be a Pinetree Pioneer.