Welcome to my class! I am excited to get to know you and be your third grade teacher! 

Here's a little for you to know about me!

• I grew up in Mumbai, India. 
• Education: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry & Biology, Bombay University
• Masters in Elementary Education, University of Rochester
• Work: Started teaching in 2002
• Ex-Flight attendant - Saudi Arabian Airlines
• Visited 4 continents
• Lived in 3 countries
• Family: Husband, ex-airline pilot; 2 grown "kids" - Gavin (Chicago) and Skye (NYC) both graduated from UR  
• Favorite Activities: (When I'm not doing school-work!) Gardening, cooking, going for long walks with my friends, reading nonfiction, watching Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune  
• Something new I'm trying: Vegan cooking! This is not easy because I'm a "foodie" who loves all kinds of foods!

Contact Information: email: melanie_ernst@pittsford.monroe.edu

                                    Voicemail (585) 267-3322