Hi! I'm Mr. Duncan Fraser, one of the Pre-K teachers at Holy Name of Mary School.  I am looking forward to a great year with your little one!

    I joined the Holy Name of Mary family after finishing my master's degree in Early Childhood and Childhood Education at Molloy College in Rockville Centre.  I am very excited about working with your little one.  I have spent a great deal of time getting ready for this upcoming year.  I just know we are going to have a wonderful time together.  Little children are such enthusiastic learners.  It is such a pleasure to be a part of their journey.  
   
    My teaching style is a hands-on approach where students learn through group work, play, centers, and a great deal of positive reinforcement.  It is important for children to feel good about themselves and not be afraid to try new things or make mistakes. 
   
    I believe our journey this year will be positive and successful if we all work together.  It is so important to have a strong home and school connection.  It is my goal to instill a love of learning and have your child's experience this year be positive and successful.
   
    I truly love teaching.    These little learners are so excited  and enthusiastic.  I am looking forward to being a part of their journey.  This is going to be a wonderful year.  I know together we will truly make this Pre-K experience a wonderful one!