I’m Katie Bailey and I’m excited to be starting my third year at KME. This is my 13th year as an educator. I previously taught ESOL and this will be my 3rd year as the Spanish DLI teacher. Prior to teaching I received degrees in International Business and Spanish from the University of Tulsa and spent 10 years in the sales industry. I am a resident of Forsyth County and my husband and I have 4 kids ranging in age from 5 to 22 years old. My goal is to make sure my students love coming to school each day. I look forward to a great year and can't wait to meet all our fourth grade DLI students.

Hello! I am so excited to begin my journey at Kelly Mill! I have been teaching for the last 11 years, mostly in 3rd-4th grades. I have 3 daughters, Emily is in her 3rd year of college studying to be a teacher! Sofia is in 10th grade, and Catherine is in 9th. Our family loves pets, especially our dog, Pep, volleyball, swimming, and Georgia football!

Welcome to Ms. Brown's 4th grade class! I am so excited to start my 11th year of teaching here at Kelly Mill. This is my 7th year teaching 4th grade, and I have also taught 2nd grade and 5th grade. My favorite subjects to teach are math and social studies.

I was born in New Jersey and moved to Georgia to attend college at Georgia Tech (go Jackets!!!). I received my teaching degree from the University of Phoenix. I live here in Cumming, GA with my 3 children Xavier, Kelli, and Kennedi. They are all former Colts, and we love being a part of this amazing community.

I'm Joy Eaton, and I couldn't be more excited to begin my 35th year of teaching elementary school. Teaching isn't just what I do; it's who I am. For over three decades, I've been dedicated to nurturing young minds and helping them flourish.

On a personal note, I'm a proud mother to my 32-year-old son, Patrick. My family also includes two adorable dogs, Max and Cashew, who bring endless joy to my life. We love going on walks together, staying active and healthy. I also have a grand pup named Moose, but I call him Moose Goose. He is Cashew's brother from the same litter, and they all bring so much happiness to my life.

When I'm not at school or with my family, you'll often find me in my garden. I have a passion for plants, especially flowers and tomatoes. Gardening rejuvenates me, and I believe it's important to find hobbies that bring us happiness. Recently, I've started playing pickleball. I'm a beginner, but I'm really enjoying the sport!

I also love listening to rock music, though I play jazz in the classroom to create a calm and focused atmosphere. I'm passionate about Early American history and math, and I enjoy sharing this enthusiasm with my students.

But my heart truly belongs in the classroom. I love teaching 4th grade and am honored to be part of your child's educational journey this year. My goal is to create a positive and engaging learning environment where every student feels valued and supported. Together, we'll explore new subjects, overcome challenges, and celebrate achievements.

Hi! My name is Jennifer Howard. I have been teaching for 24 years. I first received by Bachelor’s Degree from Kennesaw State University. I then completed my Master’s at UNG and my Specialist’s Degree from Piedmont University. In my free time, I love to go to the beach, spend time with family and friends, and visit Disney World! I love cheering on the Kentucky Wildcats during basketball season! Go Big Blue! I am looking forward to a wonderful year!

Welcome to Fourth Grade! I'm Ms. Laningham, a recent graduate of Georgia College and State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with an endorsement in reading. I have been in a variety of internships including: 2nd grade, Kindergarten, and 5th grade. In the 2023-2024 school year, I had a year-long internship in fifth grade and decided that I have a passion for upper elementary! I have grown up attending Forsyth County Schools and I am thrilled to be back and joining the team at Kelly Mill Elementary as a fourth grade teacher!

Teaching children has always been my passion, and I am dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential and develop a love for learning. Outside the classroom, I enjoy expressing my creativity, spending quality time with family and friends, and cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs and the Braves. I am looking forward to an amazing year at Kelly Mill Ele

My name is Kathleen May and I am excited to be part of the 4th-grade team this year! I am entering my 24th year of teaching, with 13 of those years here at Kelly Mill. I have actually taught every grade level in elementary, but the upper grades hold a special place in my heart. I graduated from Appalachian State with a degree in Elementary Education and I continued my education to receive a Master’s Degree in reading, and a Specialist Degree in Curriculum and Assessment. Along with my degrees, I have endorsements in math, gifted, and teacher leadership.
My husband, Jason, and I have been married since 2006. We have one child, Nate, who will be in 9th grade at Forsyth Central and this fall I will be cheering for him on the football field. When I am not teaching I enjoy spending time with my family, watching football, and reading.

Originally from St. Louis, I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Training & Development before becoming a Corporate Trainer in Chicago for many years. After moving to Georgia, I completed a Dual Certification in Early Childhood Education & Special Education. Although teaching is my second career, it’s absolutely my passion!

My husband, Jason, and I have 6 children, including Padgett and Serafina at Kelly Mill, Fletcher at Hendricks Middle, Ari at West Forsyth High, Audrey at UNG, and Jack at UGA. I’m so excited to be a Kelly Mill Colt with two of my children this year! I have been teaching 1st Grade in the FCS family at Mashburn Elementary and can’t wait to bring all that fun to 4th grade at KME. Outside of the classroom, I love cooking, trying new restaurants, hosting game nights, watching hockey and baseball, and being a super-devoted soccer mom. I look forward to meeting the Kelly Mill Community and having an amazing school year with you!