My name is Helena Poaches and I am on Scanlan Oaks Elementary's 3rd Grade team.  I am thrilled to be your ELA/Social Studies teacher this year! I can't wait to meet and learn all the wonderful things about each of you, but first let me share a few things about me.

I am not married (so please use Ms.).  I have two beautiful children – a daughter Kira (KJ) and a son Quincy (QJ). I love them so much!!!

This will be my 23rd year teaching. I've been at SOE since 2006.

My favorite subject is reading.  My favorite sports are basketball and football.

I have always loved children and school.  I will challenge you to do your very best this year! I know you can do it!!!  I believe in you!  Please know that you are wonderful just the way you are, and you'll continue to learn and grow more each year...