Fifth Grade Team

Teacher Bios

Susan Dickson

Math/Science

I graduated from Meredith College located in Raleigh, NC. My teaching career started in 1993. I have taught 2nd, 3rd, and 5th grades in NC, GA, and here at Glen Oaks. I have been at Glen Oaks since 2001.

I have two children, both students at Clemson University! My husband is also a Clemson graduate. Our two beagles and siamese cat round out my special family.

It is my mission to challenge and develop young minds and prepare them for the future in a loving and caring way.

Amanda McLuckie

Reading and Writing/Social Studies

I was born and raised in Texas and graduated from the University of North Texas. I taught for several years before staying home with my children. In 2014, I began subbing and tutoring in MISD. My previous teaching experience includes 4th grade, ESL (K-6th), 3rd-5th Reading Tutor, and 6th grade History.

My husband and I have lived in McKinney since 2007. We have four children and two adorable shih tzus.

I joined Glen Oaks as a Fifth Grade Teacher in 2017. One of my goals as an educator is to instill a love of learning in my students, as I share my own passion for learning with them.

Ali van der Ziel

Math/Science

Hello! Welcome to 5th Grade! I was born and raised in Texas and graduated from Lincoln Memorial University with a Bachelors Degree in conservation biology. I also played lacrosse in college and I coach the Frisco middle school team now.

My parents, Peter and Jenny, are both teachers in Allen. I have an older sister, Avery, and a younger brother, Jake.

This will be my first year teaching and I cannot wait to get to know everyone! I am very excited for a super fun and memorable school year!

April McNair

Reading and Writing/Social Studies

Hi there! Welcome to 5th Grade! I am from Texas and graduated from Texas A&M University where I received my Bachelor's Degree and Valdosta State University (a small University in Georgia), where I received my Master's Degree. I am excited to enter my 16th year of teaching in the classroom, 6th year at Glen Oaks, and 24th year in Education. Time flies!

My husband, David, and I have 3 kids. Jack, Lilia, and Grayson. We also have a sweet dog, Emma.

I am excited to get to know your kids this year! It's going to be a great year!

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