Welcome to our classroom. I am Mrs. Banas, your child’s fifth grade teacher. I have been teaching in East Maine School District since 2000. I specialize in the upper elementary grades and have taught both 5th and 6th grade throughout my career. Reading is my favorite subject to teach because it is such an important skill to have in order to be successful in life. It is also the backbone all other subjects. So please, read, read read! I look forward to having a successful year with your child, and remember our door is always open!