I’m not good at goodbyes and I don’t like them either. What I do have though, is gratitude for the past six years with staff and students who: - challenged me - encouraged me - made me a better educator - made me a better person Thank you, thank you, HRMS . 💙💛

So excited about my first day Willow Springs Elem!! What a warm and welcoming staff! I am looking forward to a great year! #willowwood

Another highlight from today was hearing about the amazing teaching methods each grade level uses - discourse, assessments, math centers, just to make a few! Looking forward to seeing these in action this year! Willow Springs Elem

Loving the full moon celebration at Willow Springs Elem !

A big thanks to Dr. MariaRosa Rangel for coming to speak with our students at Willow Springs Elem!! The students loved it!

One of our counselors, Mrs. Hettich, did an amazing job of showing our students that being different should be celebrated! Willow Springs Elem

Yesterday I had the pleasure of watching students in Mrs. Landmark’s class practice reading with expression! They did an amazing job! Willow Springs Elem

How did you spend your Tuesday morning? Mine was spent with muriel summers and Will Chavis listening to them speak about school culture. I really appreciate their wise words and insight.

Thank you Town of Fuquay-Varina, NC fire department for coming to speak with grades K and 1 about fire safety Willow Springs Elem!

Stunned and surprised by such a kind gesture from our awesome K teachers!!! I will miss this staff so, so much. Thankful to Willow Springs Elem and NELA for preparing me for what lies ahead!

This Friday, 5/29 is USA Day!!! Be sure to tweet out pics and tag us so we can see you all dressed up for this fun spirit day!!

Thank you, Heather Peaden ! I won’t break the chain for this important work. People I know won’t break the chain. #BlackLivesMattters Cathy Williams Kamesha Johnson jessicacurrin

Getting ready for the school year looks a little different this year - training on health screenings to keep everyone safe!

Day 1– I was nominated by Rozanne Todd. Everyday I will post a picture from the day in the life of an educator. I will post without explanation & will nominate someone to take the challenge - 7 days, 7 pictures, 7 nominations. I nominate....Kamesha Johnson

Day 2! I was nominated by Rozanne Todd Everyday I will post a picture from the day in the life of an educator. I will post without explanation & will nominate someone to take the challenge - 7 days, 7 pictures, 7 nominations. I nominate...Beth Rhyne

Day 3 - I was nominated by Rozanne Todd Everyday I will post a picture from the day in the life of an educator. I will post without explanation & will nominate someone to take the challenge - 7 days, 7 pictures, 7 nominations. I nominate...Erica Dale

Day 4 - I was nominated by Rozanne Todd Everyday I will post a picture from the day in the life of an educator. I will post without explanation & will nominate someone to take the challenge - 7 days, 7 pictures, 7 nominations. I nominate Linwaun Fulton, Ed. D

Day $! I was nominated by Rozanne Todd. Everyday I will post a picture from the day in the life of an educator. I will post without explanation & nominate someone to take the challenge - 7 days, 7 pictures, 7 nominations. I nominate Taylar B. Flythe

Day 6! I was nominated by Rozanne Todd. Everyday I will post a picture from the day in the life of an educator. I will post without explanation & will nominate someone to take the challenge - 7 days, 7 pictures, 7 nominations. I nominate Sarita Shaw

Took a page from my admin internship days and welcomed students with dancing, music, and a sign! HRMS Willow Springs Elem and it’s always good to see familiar faces Timothy A. Drake!!