Getting to Know Ms. Vines

My name is Zvi Vines and I am so excited to teach your child this school year. Teaching has been my passion for 28 years and I continue to love what I do each and every day.

I was born and raised in Maryland near the Chesapeake Bay. There I learned to love seafood, especially Maryland Blue Crabs! When I was in my early teens my family moved to Raleigh, North Carolina. I graduated from Millbrook high school and completed my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education from Western Carolina University. Later, I earned a Master's in Educational Leadership from Wingate University.

I spent most of my teaching career in Charlotte, North Carolina and have recently moved back to Raleigh to spend time with family. I have two wonderful daughters, who both graduated from college and attended, North Carolina at Greensboro. My girls are what makes me most happy in this world.

One of my favorite places to visit is the beach. I try to go as often as I can to relax, eat seafood and spend time with friends. Caswell Beach and Southport are places I frequent and definitely consider my happy places.

Being a teacher is truly a blessing. I am proud to tell people that I am a teacher because I know that I am helping to mold young minds. I appreciate knowing that my students are on a path to becoming good responsible, respectful citizens. It is my belief that all students can learn if given a chance. Fourth grade is one of my favorite grades to teach, because they are extremely motivated to learn new things.

Please feel free to contact me any time during the year if you have questions or concerns about your child. My email is below or you may leave a message for me at the school office. Check out my class website for "Classroom News," every other Friday.

zvines@wcpss.net

Carpenter Elementary: 919- 462-6780