Hello, Cougar Nation. I am very excited to say that this will be my 17th year teaching at CES! I have taught first grade, Title I reading and math, EIP math, ESOL, virtual DLI for first and second grade, and third grade DLI. I am very passionate about learning and seeing my students succeed. I have been married to my wonderful husband for 22 years, and we have three sons. When I am not at school, you can find me cheering on my boys at their sporting events or relaxing on the lake.

Hi! I love being a teacher, and I have a passion for empowering each student's journey in literacy, math, critical thought, and social/emotional well-being. I live in Canton with my husband, and our 7 year-old and 2 year-old girls. We enjoy traveling, cooking, time on the lake, and exploring the outdoors. I am so thankful to be a part of Cougar Nation, where we are truly a family of teachers and students learning and growing together! 

This will be my 15th year teaching, and I am a Forsyth County native and a North Forsyth graduate. I have 2 children who go to Cumming, Kylie(10) who will be in 5th grade and Ryker (7) who will be in 2nd grade, in the DLI program. I enjoy finding ways to make learning fun, from writing songs to creating movies, projects, and more. I look forward to another amazing year!

My name is Madison Johnson! I grew up in Cumming and this will be my 6th year teaching at Cumming Elementary! I graduated from the University of North Georgia in 2017 with a degree in early childhood and special education. My husband and I live in Cumming with our sweet daughter, Mila, and golden doodle, Cali. This will be my first year in 3rd grade and can't wait for all the fun things we will learn!

I am so excited to begin my 8th year here at CES! I am from Mobile, AL, and moved to Cumming 8 years ago. I attended The University of South Alabama for my elementary education degree. My husband and I have a daughter named Peyton, and we love spending time with her hiking and on the water. I can’t wait to begin another fun-filled year in 3rd grade!

I attended Florida Atlantic University where I earned my degree in early childhood education. Then I attended Nova Southeastern University where I earned a master's degree in reading. I also have gifted and ESOL endorsements. I love to teach and help students develop a passion for learning. I live in Cumming with my husband and our two boys. I enjoy running, softball, and lake time with my family when I am not working. I am looking forward to another amazing year at CES!

My name is Zoraida (Zo) Sanchez and it is with great pleasure to serve our DLI 3rd grade students here at CES. I've been a resident of Cumming for 23 years. I'm a proud mother of a 20 year old daughter who attends UNG Dahlonega and have two dogs that keep me busy at home. I look forward to a new school year with my CES family.