Mrs. Michelle Moore

Retired 4th - Corinth Holders Elementary

I am Debby Hickey, a retired teacher sharing a third grade position for the 2022-2023 school year with Michelle Moore.

I have an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Mental Health from Wayne Community College, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education (K-6) from Barton College, and a Master in Elementary Education from East Carolina University.  I am also a National Board Certified Middle Childhood Generalist (2nd-6th grade).  Additionally, I do have AIG certification.

Previously, I taught for nine years in Wayne County and 19 years in Johnston County all of which were at Princeton Elementary School.  Over the course of my career I have taught 4th, 5th, 6th grade, and 7th grade summer school. I have worked at Sylvan Learning Center in Goldsboro and worked with a variety of students from beginner readers  to preparing high school students for college testing.  

I have two grown children Rebekah and Eric, both of whom are successfully adulting.  I also share my time with my tripod rescue dog, Lt. Dan.  He is an amazing creature - fearless, never gives up, can dig the deepest hole in the backyard, and run zoomies faster than seems possible with only three legs.   

Unfortunately, he is a major chewer; his favorite is wood from sticks to table legs or baseboard corners and a squeaky plushie can be destroyed within minutes.  In spite of that he has stolen my heart.

I am a crafter and enjoy creating something new out of string or cloth. To name a few hobbies I enjoy are crocheting, knitting, sewing, and quilting. My stress busters and creative outlets.

I am looking forward to teaching third grade and job sharing with Mrs. Moore.  Most importantly,  I am excited to guide students through learning more about themselves, building relationships, and increasing/improving  their academic skills as we spend the next ten months together.  We are going to have many great adventures in 3rd Grade  during 22-23!