Welcome!  I am excited to be your child's teacher this year at Ellen Woodside Elementary . It is truly a privilege and an honor to work with such an amazing team of students, families, and educators! 

As your child's fifth grade teacher, I will utilize supportive tools and resources that will guide, encourage, and enable every student to build upon their experiences and strengths. Together, as a team, we will continue to utilize instructional practices that support, engage, and challenge all students academically.

I am a graduate of Coastal Carolina University and hold a degree in elementary education, GO CHANTS! Before graduation, I worked in several child development centers and summer programs with children age 0-12. I have previous experience with 2nd, 4th and 5th grade students. I am a graduate of Anderson County School District 4 and native of Pendleton, SC. I have since completed a Masters Degree from Clemson University. 

I love Starbucks coffee, my favorite color is hot pink and I love country music. When I am not at school I enjoy hiking, traveling, swimming and spending time with friends and my fur babies, Mallory and Zoe. I love sports specifically football. My whole family are huge Clemson fans, GO TIGERS!!! You can find me enjoying a game on fall Saturdays. 

 I am excited to be in the classroom with your fifth grader! I love working and learning with students. I know we are going to have a wonderful year together full of learning ,making memories and new adventures! I love to be involved and get to know your child's interests. If your student plays a sport, or participates in an extra curricular activity, please feel free to forward me a schedule and I will try to make it! 

I'm excited for a fantastic fifth grade year!