Our 1st day selfie! What an awesome group of students!

Teacher Bio

Hi, I'm Renee Brown. I am a native of Transylvania County. However, I have not always lived here. Previously, I lived in Greensboro, N.C. where I worked with school age children who were refugees from many countries ( like China, South Africa, Vietnam , Cambodia and Laos). I moved back to these beautiful mountains several years ago from Greensboro, N.C.

I am inspired and recharged by nature and love to sculpt. I also love to read about explorers like Ernest Shackleton.

This is my 5th year teaching 2nd grade at Pisgah Forest Elementary. I love teaching and feel privileged to get to know you and your families!

About Me

Contact Information

Phone: 828-877-4481

Email: reneeb@tcsnc.org

Class DoJo:

Degrees & Certifications

BS Elementary Education

UNC-Greensboro

My teaching philosophy :

"A classroom" is more of a state of mind rather than a place! It may look a little different right now, but learning takes place everywhere!

That's why I use cooperative learning, projects, themes, as well as individual work to engage my students in active learning anywhere and everywhere.

I encourage my students to follow these guidelines:

1. Be kind to yourself and others. “A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.” - Amelia Earhart

2. Be Fearless. Never be afraid to ask questions and make mistakes--It is okay to make mistakes- You don't learn if you don't try!