Our new school year has begun! And we would like to say, "Welcome to the Jungle."  We have an exciting year planned for the children and for the parents.  I am originally from Smithfield, NC but moved away after high school.  I traveled around, lived in a few places, but eventually I came back home to be closer to family.  This is my 2nd year teaching at Powhatan Elementary School and my 15th year working with children.  I graduated from The University of Mount Olive with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education with a birth thru Kindergarten license.  I just finished my Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education with a concentration in Special Education.  I would like everyone to remember that our door is always open and we welcome all parents to join us in class whenever possible!