My name is Grace Brown and this is my second year at Coal Mountain. I received my bachelors degree from the University of North Georgia in Elementary Education and Special Education. I am excited to continue my career at Coal Mountain and invest in the community as well as my 3rd graders. Teaching brings me so much joy and I am excited to build relationships with my students and watch them grow throughout the year. I love anything outdoors, the Atlanta Braves, and spending time with my friends and family

Welcome to 3rd grade! My name is Erika Hunziker! This is my 4th year at Coal Mountain and I am so excited for another great year on the mountain. When I am not teaching, I love spending time with family and friends and do anything outdoorsy. I can't wait welcome my 3rd graders to my class and help them learn and grow this school year!

Hi! My name is Whitley Perez. I have been an educator for two years. This past year I taught 3rd grade here on the Mountain and it was the best! I also taught 3rd grade in my previous district, Whitfield County Schools. I attended Shorter University where I student taught 2nd grade in Rome City Schools, and I graduated with my degree in Elementary Education, and I received the “Elementary Education Award.” Teaching is something I have always felt called to do, and it is truly a passion of mine. I love the relationships I build with my students and coworkers! In my free time I love to hangout with my husband, family, and friends, try out new restaurants, and play sports! I am super excited for this next school year. Go Miners!

Hello! My name is Kristen Sheppard and I am so excited to be a part of the CMES Family! I have been a teacher since 2014 and taught grades 2-4. My husband, Justin, and I live here with our 3 boys- William, Joseph, and Noah. We love to spend our days on the lake, at the ballpark, and playing games together. I also enjoy crafting in my spare time. I can't wait to start the 2023-2024 year as a Miner!

Ms.Smith is so excited to be spending her first year teaching on the mountain this year! She will be joining Coal Mountains third grade team and is eager to meet her new classroom family! Destiny graduated from the University of North Georgia this spring with a bachelor’s degree in early childhood/special education. Entering into the field of teaching has always been a dream of hers and she is honored to be making that dream a reality with the students and staff at Coal Mountain Elementary School!