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Fourth Grade Teachers
School Phone: (770) 346-0040 
Renee Crouse My name is Renee Crouse and this is my 9th year at VCE. I’m thrilled to be teaching 4th grade! I received my bachelors in education from Auburn University and my masters from Lesley University. This is my 18th year teaching and I have had the privilege of teaching Kindergarten and 5th grade before 4th. I live locally with my husband, our two children, and our two dogs. I love football, Fall weather, games and puzzles. I look forward to an amazing year! 
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rcrouse@forsyth.k12.ga.us 
Hollie Gaerte My name is Hollie Gaerte, and I am excited to be apart of the 4th grade team! I have been teaching for 8 years and have taught 3rd and 4th grade. Teaching is a 2nd career for me, I was previously in the accounting field for over 14 years. I received my degree in Early Childhood Education with a Reading endorsement from Kennesaw State University. I was born and raised in Tampa, Florida and moved to Georgia in 2002. My husband, son (Cameron-12), and I live in Cumming with our 2 dogs. During my free time, I enjoy watching my son play baseball, basketball, or football, and spending time with our family and pups. Looking forward to a fun and exciting year at VCE!
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Megan Gorman Hello! My name is Megan Gorman. I have experience in first and fourth grade. I graduated from the University of North Georgia with a dual degree in Early Childhood/Special Education with a Reading endorsement. I have been at VCE since 2020 and I might be biased, but we have the best school, ever. I am looking forward to a great school year! 180214 mgorman@forsyth.k12.ga.us 
Kayla Heath I have been teaching in Forsyth County since 2006. I graduated from High Point University with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, and I also received my Master's Degree in Technology in Education from Lesley University in 2012. I am also gifted endorsed. I have taught second, fourth and fifth grades, eighth grade language arts, and gifted resource. I love reading, traveling, and spending time with my family. I look forward to an engaging and exciting year! 180201 kheath@forsyth.k12.ga.us 
Jeanette Johnston My name is Jeanette Johnston and I am in my 3rd year of teaching 4th grade here at Vickery Creek Elementary School. I was born and raised in Ohio where I began my teaching career. My family and I moved here to Georgia 13 years ago. I have been teaching in Forsyth County since moving here. I worked for 1 ½ at Big Creek Elementary as a Horizons Teacher. I then worked at Brookwood Elementary School for 10 years where I taught both 4th grade and 5th grade. My older daughter is starting her first year at Georgia College and my younger daughter is going into 2nd grade here at Vickery. I am looking forward to another great year here at Vickery Creek Elementary School. 180204 jjohnston@forsyth.k12.ga.us 
Briar Roberson Hi! My name is Briar Roberson. I am excited to be your 4th grade teacher for the 2021-2022 school year. This will be my 6th year teaching at Vickery Creek Elementary. I have been in both first grade, fifth grade, and second grade before coming to 4th. I graduated from the University of North Georgia in 2014 and have my teaching degree in early childhood and special education. My husband Nick and I live in Forsyth County with our 3 ½ year old son, Hudson and 1 year old daughter, Eden! In my spare time I enjoy hanging out at the lake, watching Auburn football, and spending time with family. I am excited to make this the best school year yet! 180219 broberson@forsyth.k12.ga.us 
Amy Salo My name is Amy Salo, and I'm so excited to be teaching 4th grade again this year! I grew up in Georgia and Washington, and I’m a huge OSU fan…go Bucks!!! I graduated from Georgia State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education and also have my Master’s Degree and Gifted Endorsement. I enjoy spending time with my husband, my son, Ryan, who is in 7th grade and my daughter, Ansley, who is in 6th grade. We love to go to Lake Lanier, travel, and spend time with our family and friends. I’m so excited for this upcoming school year!! 180215 asalo@forsyth.k12.ga.us 
Gaby Schenk My name is Gaby Schenk, and I am thrilled to be teaching 4th grade at Vickery Creek! I'm from Quito, Ecuador, and I grew up in Florida and Georgia. I graduated from Georgia State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education with an ESOL endorsement. I have taught K-3 ESOL in Gwinnett County and Kindergarten and Fifth grade at VCE. I live locally with my husband Dan, and my two dogs. During my free time I enjoy running, hiking (or anything outdoors), traveling, and entertaining family and friends. I look forward to another great year at VCE! 180203 gschenk@forsyth.k12.ga.us 
Tracy Vernie My name is Tracy Vernie and I was born and raised in Florida. I played college softball at Thomas University where I earned my bachelors degree in 2005 and later received my Master of Art in Teaching from Reinhardt College in 2015 with a reading endorsement. I have been at Vickery Creek for 7 years, and this is my third year teaching 4th grade. I have lived in the Atlanta area for 15 years with my husband. I have two beautiful girls, Danielle who is in 4th grade and Harper who is in 2nd grade, and they attend Vickery Creek Elementary as well. I love being with my family, watching FSU football, reading, and traveling. I look forward to a wonderful year at Vickery Creek! 180217 tvernie2@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Last Modified on February 11, 2022
