School Name
Newington Elementary

Public or Private School?
Public

Tell us a little about you
I am a third grade teacher and have been teaching for 24 years. I have taught 3rd, 4th, 5th grade and have served as a Literacy Coach for one year. I have taught in DD2 for the past 4 years and have also taught in Lexington Richland 5, Horry County, Lexington 2 and Valdosta City schools in GA. I am married to a brilliant football coach who also teaches elementary PE. We have 3 amazing boys who are actively involved in sports. I am at a ballfield pretty much every day of the week! My life is crazy busy, but I love every second of it!! I have always wanted to be a teacher and I have my mother to thank for that. She has been in education for over 35 years and still can't give it up. She has been my inspiration and role model. I believe every child can learn no matter his/her circumstances. All kids need is a safe environment and someone to love them, believe in them and challenge them to be the best they can be! Education has gone through so many ups and downs over the last few years and teachers have faced many challenges. We have been hurt, heartbroken, let down, angry and sometimes...felt hopeless. I think I can speak for most teachers, that at the end of the day, we still love our job! When I see smiles on students' faces, receive thank you letters, visits from former students and get a hug from that one kid you thought you couldn't reach....well, that makes it all worth it! Teachers are true heroes and I have been blessed to work with some of the best out there!