Meet Our Curriculum and SEL Support Team

Name: Mrs.Christine Cox

Role: Instructional Coach

Education/Career Background: I attended Truman State University and earned my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and my Master's of Education in Elementary Education. I also attended Oklahoma East Central University and earned my Master's in Educational Leadership.

Share something no one knows about you: I am a thumb wrestling champion. I've even won movie tickets for my amazing thumb wrestling skills.

My Family: I have two daughters, Claire (2) and Elodie (7). My husband and I have been married for almost 11 years. We spent 6 years living in Norman, Oklahoma before moving back to St. Louis, our hometown. For fun, I enjoy hiking, painting, and hanging out with my family and friends.

What I am looking forward to: I am looking forward to welcoming new families, traditions, and ideas to our building!

A quote I like: Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.-Nelson Mandela

Name: Mrs. Destiny McCain

Role: School Counselor

Education/Career Background: I have a Bachelor's in Communication from DePaul University and a Masters in Counseling from Lindenwood University.

Share something no one knows about you: I joined Delta Sigma Theta, the greatest sorority in the land, last year and gained 43 new sisters.

Share something about your family or hobbies:

My family is very close-knit. My inner circle consists of my mom (Earnestine), daughter(Peyton), two sisters (Kim & Falon), brother-in-law(Ernest Jr. aka Tiger), nephew (Ernest III), and niece (Taylor). Kim and Tiger have two black Labs (Abbie & Rosie). They vacation with us often so they’ve earned their position in our family too. Traveling with my family and putting on our in-home version of The Voice and America’s Got Talent are my favorite pastimes.

What I am looking forward to: I am looking forward to seeing a true depiction of the community we serve within our classrooms.

A quote I like: Value is in the vision of the appraiser. Don't acknowledge an unqualified individuals's view of you. You determine your worth!