My name is Mr. Bono and I am very excited to be your teacher this year. This is my 23rd year teaching, all at Thomas Jefferson Elementary. I have taught 4th and 5th grade. 

My name is  Blair Gibson and this is my 10th year teaching in Louisa County and my 15th year teaching overall. This year I am teaching English Language Arts. I am married to my husband of 18 years and we have 3 children who are all enrolled in Louisa County Public Schools. I spend most of my free time with my family and our dog. We all enjoy spending time on the Rappahannock River and the Mobjack Bay doing all the fun water activities you can think of! I am so excited to get to know your child. We are going to have a fantastic year! 

Hi everyone! I am Erika Halle and I will be teaching 5th grade math this year. This will be my 9th year teaching at TJ. After graduating from LCHS, I received my bachelors degree in elementary education at Radford University. In my free time I enjoy running, going to the gym, reading, and spending time with my family, friends, and my German Shepard. I especially love spending time with my husband and our two boys, Grayson and Asher. I am looking forward to a great year with you! 

Hi! I am Colleen Lamana, and I have been at TJ for 4 years, but this is my first year as a 5th-grade Math teacher. I am so excited to be a part of this fantastic team. I believe in having a classroom where students feel welcomed, respected, and encouraged to be themselves.

Hello! I am Brittany Shatzer and this is my 4th year teaching Special Education and my 1st year in Louisa County. I am so excited to be here and grow with this county! I hold two Master’s degrees, one in Elementary Education from Liberty University and the other is in Special Education from Regent University. I spend nearly all of my free time at Lake Anna with my family. I believe every child has unique gifts and talents, and my goal is to create a classroom where each student feels valued, supported, and inspired to grow! It’s going to be a great school year! 

My name is Chesney Thompson! I am SO excited to be teaching Fifth Grade language arts!  This is my 28th year teaching.  Time flies when you are having fun!  I believe in having a classroom where students feel loved and respected. I know we are going to have a great school year!