- Cumming Elementary
- Meet the Teachers

Phone: ext. 740214
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Degrees and Certifications:
Jasmine Ellegood
Hi Cougars! My name is Jasmine Ellegood and I’m so excited to begin my 4th year teaching! This is my first year joining Cumming Elementary School after teaching in Fulton County for 3 years. I earned my Bachelor's of Science in Early Childhood Education from the University of West Georgia in 2016. Teaching is my passion and I love seeing my students apply what they’ve learned in my classroom in the outside world. I enjoy making learning fun and exciting for everyone in the classroom!
Phone: ext. 740227
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Cassie King
My name is Cassie King. This will be my second year teaching at Cumming Elementary! I graduated from the University of North Georgia with a bachelor's degree in early childhood and special education. Second grade is the BEST. I cannot wait to meet my students & I am looking forward to an amazing year!
Phone: ext. 740228
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Christy Mesa
I am so excited to be starting my 17th year of teaching. I love kids and teaching! After many years of working in accounting, I decided I wanted to give back to the community and went back to school. I earned a master's degree in teaching at Piedmont College. My experience includes ten years teaching fourth grade, two years teaching third grade, and five years teaching second grade. I can’t wait to get to know my new students😊
Phone: ext. 740234
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Betzy Ortiz- DLI
My name is Betzy Ortiz. I am excited to be entering my 8th year serving our little ones here at Cumming Elementary. I received my bachelor’s degree in elementary education with a minor in special education from Liberty University. My passion is to teach and build relationships with my students through a fun, loving, and safe environment. Super excited to build relationships and a family-like environment with our new second graders.
Phone: ext. 740217
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Chanley Reeves
Hi, my name is Chanley Reeves and this is my third year at Cumming Elementary! I am so excited to join the second grade team this year and meet all my new students. I graduated with my bachelor's in education from The University of Georgia, GO DAWGS! I love time with my family, the lake, and my sweet golden retriever. I am looking forward to another year here at Cumming. It is going to be a great year!
Phone: ext. 740233
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Sophia Richards- DLI
My name is Sophia Richards, and I am beyond excited to continue into my eighth year teaching second grade here at Cumming Elementary! I graduated from Berry College with a bachelor's degree along with an ESOL endorsement, and I received my master's from Piedmont College. I have a strong passion for teaching children, and I absolutely love my job. In my spare time, I enjoy backpacking, reading, running, and traveling. I especially love spending time with my husband and daughter. I am looking forward to a great year!
Phone: ext. 740218
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Dylan White
My name is Dylan White. I am so excited to be starting my 2nd year at Cumming Elementary as a 2nd grade teacher! I graduated from the University of North Georgia with a degree in early childhood and special education. I have a strong love for sports and being outdoors and I love finding creative ways to work these into my classroom. I'm looking forward to an incredible year!