My name is Nicole Hancock and I am the 3rd grade teacher. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Northeastern Illinois University. I have been teaching for 24 years. I believe that all children can learn. I also believe that children all learn at different rates and in different ways. I believe that every child is unique and has many special talents to share. I want my students to feel safe, valued, and respected. I want them to know that I am here to support them in any way that I can. I also want my students to know how special they are and that they matter!