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Mrs. Helen Kumpel
I graduated from Georgia State University in 2013 with my degree in Early Childhood Education and an ESOL endorsement. I then went on to earn my gifted certification a few years later. I worked at Daves Creek Elementary for one year before coming to Haw Creek Elementary in 2014 to teach 5th grade. I was named Haw Creek's Teacher of the Year in 2016, which was an honor to be recognized by my peers so early in my teaching career. I dedicate a lot of my time, energy, and resources to providing the kind of environment and instruction I would want my own children to have, but I know that without the support and guidance from my colleagues and administration, I would not be the teacher I am today.
My youngest son was identified as gifted in the first grade, and I have enjoyed watching him grow and develop as a critical and creative thinker ever since! A lot of my instruction is developed from knowing that not all students are passionate or even "gifted" in all areas, and that is just fine. I hope to expose them to different types of learning, content, and social/emotional situations to help them grow in areas they may not feel are their strengths...yet. ;) I use various strategies and tools to help develop their gifted talents and interests, and hope to extend their passion for learning outside of the classroom walls!
I am so excited to work beside Cindy Parham who serves K-2 gifted students. I will serve 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade gifted students! We also push into general education classrooms to teach all students critical and creative thinking skills. I look forward to providing a challenging, engaging, and fun learning experience for all of our students.
I look forward to a fantastic year working alongside my partner, Cindy Parham.
"Alone we can do so little. Together we can do so much."
- Helen Keller
Ext. 422315
Email: hkumpel@forsyth.k12.ga.us
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Mrs. Cindy Parham
This is my 12th year teaching and my 8th year at Haw Creek. I graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and have a gifted endorsement. My three sons, Andrew, Zach, and Jake, all went to school at Haw Creek. Jake plays football at South Forsyth and is a senior. Andrew graduated from UGA and Zach is a junior at UGA. My husband Steve and I enjoy scuba diving. I have two step daughters, Becca and Merritt.
I am looking forward to a fantastic year teaching gifted at HCES!
Ext. 422318
Email: csparham@forsyth.k12.ga.us
