Hello, my name is Michelle Echols and I have been teaching since 2000. I earned my bachelors degree in teaching from Brenau University and my masters in Educational Technology from Lesley University. I have taught 3rd, Pre-K, and Kindergarten. Kindergarten is my favorite grade to teach because I love to see children learn to read and learn to love to come to school. I have a wonderful husband, Kenny, and three sweet children. Evan my oldest is married with 3 kids of his own, Parker my middle child is beginning his senior year at Mississippi State University, and Hadley my youngest is 9th grade at West Forsyth High School. I also love to garden and cook for my family and friends.

I live in Gainesville, GA with my dog, Tucker. In my free time, I enjoy sewing, reading, watching movies, volunteering, and traveling. My favorite things include Harry Potter, Disney, Marvel, Chick-fil-A, the Dalmatian Coastline, Fall, puppies, and elephants. This will be my 11th year of teaching, but my 1^st year in Kindergarten! I have taught Georgia Pre-K for 9 years and Transitional Kindergarten for 1 year. I have a M. Ed., a dual-B.S. in Early Childhood Education and Special Education, as well as extensive experience and training in working with young learners. I am looking forward to working together this year to give your students the best kindergarten experience. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to me!

My name is Ashley Mastrangelo and this will be my 14^th year teaching. I absolutely love Kindergarten because we have the most fun while learning. I have a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Specialist's degree in Instructional Technology. My husband and I have been married for 13 years and have two children, Berkeley and Max . I am excited for a wonderful year and can’t wait to spend the year getting to know your child.

Hi!  My name is Felice Scholtes.  I am so excited to be back in kindergarten I have taught kindergarten at Matt for 17 years, first grade for 2, and second grade for 2.  I have two wonderful children.  Addison who is 16 and a junior at East Forsyth High School and Layne who is 12 in 7th grade at North Forsyth Middle School.  My husband and I have been married for 17 years.  I can't wait to spend this year with your child.  It is sure to be a wonderful year! 

Welcome to Matt Elementary! My name is Melody Scott and this will be my 14^th year of teaching. I am an Arkansas native and earned my Bachelor of Science in Education and my Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR. I have taught grades Kindergarten through 2^nd grade. I live in North Forsyth with my husband and our 2 Golden Retriever fur babies. I enjoy being outdoors, gardening, and spending time with my family. I am looking forward to an amazing year of new learning adventures at Matt!

I graduated from the University of West Florida with a degree in Early Childhood. I have a K-middle grades Math Endorsement certification. I am so excited to be teaching kindergarten this year!