September 6, 2017

Dear Parent or Guardian,

I am very excited to be joining the Smith family this year as your child’s Social Studies teacher and I would like to give you some information about my background.

The decision to enter the teaching profession was one that I made after spending many years in the retail and business management fields and it has been the best decision I have ever made.  My experience in the working world outside of Education gives me a unique perspective that helps me to make my lessons more relevant to my students.  Since I began teaching 7 years ago, I have worked in a variety of educational settings, gaining experience working with students at both the middle and high school level.  In addition to working with students of different ages, I have worked with advanced students as well as those who have struggled with their school work.  I also have experience teaching students who are still learning to speak English.

I am certain that we will have a great year as we work together to provide your child with the best education possible and I welcome your participation in their education.  Please do not hesitate to email me at RadcliJ@dearbornschools.org or call the school at 313-827-2800.

I look forward to meeting you at the Open House on September 13th.

Regards,

James B. Radcliffe, Ed.S.

Social Studies Teacher

O.L. Smith Middle School