This is my 12th year working at Andrew Jackson Middle School and my 10th year teaching special education. I love teaching and my passion is to see students succeed in all areas of life. I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice from the University of South Carolina.  I graduated from Liberty University in Virginia with a Master of Arts degree in Teaching, Special Education (multi-categorical).   If you have any questions or concerns feel free to reach me at emily.leaphart@lcsd.k12.sc.us or by calling the school at 803-475-6021.  My office hours are from 1:55 - 3:15 each day.