I have been an educator with the Lowndes County school system for 26 years. I am a native of Valdosta and a Lowndes High graduate. I earned my bachelor of science degree and Masters degree in early childhood education from Valdosta State University and a reading and curriculum degree from Nova University. My career began as a 3rd and 4th grade homeroom teacher.I have also taught K - 5 EIP and K-5 gifted and talented.My home is in Hahira where I live with my husband of 22 years and my two children. My daughter attends Valdosta State University (GO BLAZERS!) and my son is a senior at Lowndes High . The Powells enjoy college football, baseball, fishing, vacationing at the beach and fellowship with family and friends.