Hello, my name is Nichole Leopard. I am a First Grade Teacher at Gateway Elementary. I have been teaching for a total of 34 years (27 years at Gateway Elementary). Most of my teaching career has been in the early childhood ages. I began my teaching career in 91' after graduating from Converse College with a double major in Early and Elementary Education. Later in the year 2000, I received my masters in Divergent Learning from Columbia College. In December of 2006, I received my National Board Certification and renewed my NB in 2016. I have enjoyed living in the same community that I teach in. I have lived in the Travelers Rest Community for over 45 years. I enjoy many sports such as softball, swimming, paddle board, hiking, and camping. I also enjoy reading for pleasure. Some of my favorite activities outside school are spending time with my family and church. I also enjoy going on long walks around Travelers Rest with my Great Danes. We may see each other!! I look forward in working with children and helping them to become excited about learning.