About Ms. Pepper

Ms. Pepper is so excited to meet her Posse 2.0!

2023-2024

Ms. Kayla Pepper

I enjoy the little things in life! I am on a continuous journey striving to keep God at the center of my life! I am from Greenville, SC. I am currently living in Simpsonville, SC. I have one younger brother. I am thankful for both of my parents and family. Family is everything to me.

Teaching students is my passion, and I am very excited to embark on my 2nd year at BV. I had such a warm, welcoming experience last year! This really is "Someplace Special".

I am currently entering my 13th year as an educator and 9th year teaching 3rd grade. I absolutely love 3rd grade and helping students transition from early childhood to upper elementary. It is a very critical time for students!

I have degrees from USC Upstate, Anderson University, and Converse University . In my free time, I love to read, watch movies, and relax.

It won’t take long to see that I am here for the students, and they will always be my priority!

Educator Mission Statement

As an educator, it is my mission to put in the daily work to equip students with the necessary skills needed to find balance between excelling academically in the 21st century and prioritizing self-care. My mission will be accomplished through student voice and authentic engagement.

My 5 Strengths

Here at Buena Vista, we maximize on strengths and shared leadership.

Teachers and staff members completed a strengths assessment.

Below are my results:

Intellection- great powers of thinking and reasoning.

Deliberative- the act of thinking about or discussing something and deciding carefully

Learner- (Characteristics- Concepts, Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes, Action)

Context- understands how surrounding and environments are contributing factors to any situation.

Restorative- having the ability to restore health, strength, or a feeling of well-being.

Ms. Pepper's Favorite Things