Welcome to my account! My name is Mrs. Mendes and I am excited to begin another school year at Lincoln Orens Middle School!! Here is some information about me, which will help you get to know me a little better.

I always wanted to be a teacher, even from a young age. So when the time came to choose a career, it was a "no-brainer". I studied education at SUNY New Paltz, where I obtained both my bachelor's and master's degrees. I am certified to teach English Language Arts in grades 7-12 and Literacy classes for grades 5-12. I truly have a passion for language and literature. My best days are spent helping students overcome their obstacles with English or even building an appreciation for texts.

Over the past few years I have taught at a variety of schools in New York State. I began my educational career in the Middletown City School District, located in Orange County. At that placement I worked in a variety of classroom settings, in which I offered extra instructional support to students in 6-12th grade. Shortly after, I worked as an English teacher at a Career & Technical Center in Ulster County for grades 11&12 and a middle school in Brooklyn, where I worked with 8th graders.

Now I am finally back on Long Island, where I belong (I am a graduate of Island Trees High School). And while I am new to Island Park, I am excited to share my experience I've had elsewhere with the district!

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