Hi. My name is Kristie Smith and I am your first grade teacher. I look forward to teaching you this year and getting to know you and your family. I am very excited to be a part of Rudolph Gordon School and know it is going to be a great year! 

This year is my 30th year of teaching.  Previously I've taught 23 years in 1st and 2nd grades, and 6 years in 4th and 5th grades. I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of South Carolina Upstate and my Master of Arts degree from Furman University. I am certified in the areas of Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, and Reading. I have completed 30 hours above my Master's degree, and am National Board Certified in Early Childhood.  I also have the SC Read to Succeed Endorsement.

I live in Simpsonville with my husband Brad, my 20 year old daughter Taylor, my 17 year old son Logan, our 11 year old Cocker Spaniel named Marley, and our 3 year old cat named Ringo! I enjoy reading, running, traveling, and spending time with my family.