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	Rebekah Cox
	This will be Mrs. Cox's fourth year in 5th grade at Chestatee. She will be teaching math, science, and social studies. Mrs. Cox has a passion for teaching math and helping students learn to have confidence in math. Mrs. Cox received both her Bachelor's and Master's degree from Brenau University. She later received her Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont College. She has had the joy to have previously taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade math. She is excited to help students prepare for the transition to middle school. Mrs. Cox loves to teach and counts herself blessed to have the privilege to do what she loves. She loves the families and community at Chestatee Elementary and is excited for this year of learning and fun!
	Ext. 722461			f38138@forsyth.k12.ga.us

	Amy Daise
	Mrs. Daise is elated to be a part of the “T” this fall. She has had a wide range of teaching experiences from high school all the way down to Georgia PreK for the last 20+ years. She has taught in Forsyth County for 7 years at Daves Creek Elementary. Where she was a fifth grade teacher for 4 years and Specials Teachers for 3 years. Mrs. Daise is originally from Oklahoma, but has called Georgia home for 9 years. Her family just moved up to the lake in December of 2019. She and her husband of 29 years, Keith have 2 boys, Brett 21(rising senior at Georgia College) , Matt 17 (rising Senior at South) and she can’t forget Billy, their Boston Terrier(almost 1). Her passion in teaching is to help students understand their learning style and use those tools to prepare them for middle school.
	Ext. 722470			adaise@forsyth.k12.ga.us

	Abigail Elrod
	This will be Abigail Elrod's fourth at Chestatee Elementary and second year teaching fifth grade. Abigail graduated from Toccoa Falls College with a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education with both ESOL and reading endorsements. Abigail is so excited to continue her teaching journey at Chestatee, and to have her classroom family learning and growing with her all year. She loves the "T" and can't wait for another great year!
	Ext. 722465			f38228@forsyth.k12.ga.us

	Wendy Groover
	This is Wendy Groover's first year teaching at Chestatee. She received her bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Georgia State University. Although this is her first year at Chestatee, this will be her 10th year teaching. She previously taught 3rd grade for 6 years and has taught 5th grade for the last 3 years. She is excited to join the amazing 5th grade team and the wonderful Chestatee family!
	Ext. 722463			f41348@forsyth.k12.ga.us

	Celeste Husted
	This will be Celeste Husted’s second year at the T and in Fifth grade, but her 16^th year overall. Most of her experience has been in teaching middle school math, so she brings her experience to prepare her 5^th graders for success in middle school. Mrs. Husted is really looking forward to another great year at Chestatee and working with the best 5^th grade team in the state! It is going to be a great year!!!
	Ext. 722469			f22278@forsyth.k12.ga.us

	Brittany Maynard
	Brittany Maynard is ecstatic to join the Eagle family and the talented 5th grade team for another great year! She brings with her 10 years of experience in teaching, all in fabulous Forsyth County. Mrs. Maynard graduated from the University of North Georgia with a dual Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. A few years later, she completed her Master’s Degree at Kennesaw State University in the area of Instructional Technology. Currently, she is pursuing her Specialist Degree in Elementary Education from the University of West Georgia. Additionally, she has earned a Reading Endorsement, Online Teaching Endorsement, and has a total of 70+ hours of training in the Orton Gillingham approach. She is looking forward to a fabulous year at the T!
	Ext. 722464			bmaynard@forsyth.k12.ga.us

	Jorie McIntyre
	Hello Eagles, my name is Jorie McIntyre. The 2022-2023 school year will be my 17th year as a lead teacher in both public and private Elementary Education. I spent my first fifteen years as a teacher in the western suburbs of Chicago. This will be my 1st year teaching at Chestatee and I’m so excited to be here. I taught 5th grade at Daves Creek last year. I love teaching and molding my students into good citizens! I am originally from Illinois and currently reside here in Cumming with my husband Gerry. We have three sons. When I’m not teaching I enjoy spending time with my family, doing home renovation projects, shopping, hiking, and golfing. I absolutely love being a Mom!! I am a passionate fan of the Chicago Cubs, Chicago Blackhawks, Dallas Cowboys, and now a University of Alabama football fan (since my son is a student there). I come from a large family and have seven siblings who live in Illinois and Nevada. I received my Bachelor’s degree from Eastern Illinois University and Master’s Degrees from National Louis University and Western Governors University. Last year I earned my Math Endorsement and was also part of the STEM certification committee. I look forward to a fantastic school year at Chestatee.
	Ext. 722467			jmcintyre@forsyth.k12.ga.us

	Abigail Meyers
	This will be Ms.Meyers' first year teaching at Chestatee. She graduated from The University of North Georgia in 2021 with a B.S. in Early Childhood and Special Education. Following graduation, she was awarded the Fulbright grant to teach English abroad in Taipei, Taiwan. While there, she had the privilege to work with 1st through 6th graders helping to develop their English language skills and participate in cultural exchange. Ms.Meyers' is so excited to be starting her teaching career in the U.S. teaching 5th grade here at Chestatee!
	Ext. 722468			f41355@forsyth.k12.ga.us

	Kelly Vitiello
	This will be Mrs. Kelly Vitiello's first year of teaching. Mrs. Vitiello graduated with her Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from Western Governors University. She is beyond excited to have the opportunity to start her teaching career with Chestatee Elementary on the 5th grade team! Mrs. Vitiello wants to make learning meaningful and fun for her students. She is looking forward to a fantastic school year and can't wait to meet you!
	Ext. 722466			f41350@forsyth.k12.ga.us

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