Mrs. Afton Deceder » Welcome to Mrs. Deceder's Webpage

Welcome to Mrs. Deceder's Webpage

Hello! My name is Afton Deceder and I am a fourth and fifth grade ELA teacher at Apollo-Ridge Elementary School. I also serve as the gifted teacher for the elementary school.  The 2023-2024 school year, marks year 16 with the school district. I look forward to growing and learning with your child this school year!  Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns.

 
High School Graduate of Apollo-Ridge School District
 
College Graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania
 
Graduate of Wilkes University
 
Certifications Held: Elementary K-6
 
Homework Information:
- Spelling lists are passed out on Fridays
- We typically have homework Monday-Thursday on regular 5-day weeks
- Homework packets are passed out on the first day of the week
-The cover sheet of the homework packet is a calendar that includes homework assignments, due dates, tests, and special events. Please refer to this to stay current with our classroom happenings.
-Spelling tests typically occur Fridays or the last day of the week in case of a break or vacation day.
 
-Each night, students have one page of spelling homework.
 
- Extra homework packets are available if needed
 
- Homework should only take about 20 minutes to complete, if your child is struggling to complete it within this time frame, please contact me.
 
 
 
 
Please add Microsoft Office 365 Teams to your device and log into your child's account to see any information related to my ELA class including what to do if you have to quarantine, special announcements, important information and reminders, etc.