{"id":"c1fd326e-d214-4957-9b6b-11bd9ac5ebf0","staffMembers":[{"id":"cf8c5e68-b956-4136-bad1-b260fefa40df","primary_key":293118,"fname":"Emily","lname":"Doty","title":"Kindergarten Teacher","avatarUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.schoolblocks.com\/users\/cf8c5e68-b956-4136-bad1-b260fefa40df\/ekerks-emily doty.jpg","bio":"My name is Emily Doty, I was born and raised here in Pell City. I graduated from VCS in 2003 and then I graduated from Jacksonville State University. I worked in the Alabama Early Intervention System for several years before going teach Kindergarten at VCS in 2014. I am excited to be at CVES teaching Kindergarten! My husband and I have two daughters, McKiley and Harper, a cat named Dutch and a German Shepard Dog named Mila! I have wanted to be a teacher since I was little. It is so wonderful being able to come to my dream job every day!","phone":null,"email":null,"staffMemberProfiles":[]},{"id":"a72073e0-aa12-4a41-bbd0-e3fa231a09e3","primary_key":236947,"fname":"Andrea","lname":"Mulvehill","title":"Kindergarten Teacher","avatarUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.schoolblocks.com\/users\/a72073e0-aa12-4a41-bbd0-e3fa231a09e3\/eemnm-1453.JPG","bio":"

I would like to begin by first telling you how delighted I am to be your child\u015b virtual this year. I have planned activities that will provide a good beginning to our year and will carry on throughout the year with meaningful learning experiences for your child.<\/span><\/p>

Being a parent, I understand your interest and concern about your child's teacher. For this reason, I would like to tell you as much as I possibly can about myself. I am forty years old. I am a Christian woman and Baptist by faith. I was born on September 11, 1979, to the late Rodney Sumners and Jeannie Sumners. I grew up living in the small town of Ashland, Alabama- where I was born. My mother is a registered nurse and currently contracted by Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Company for medical reviewing. My father retired at age 57 and passed away in August of 2014. My parents were\/are wonderful, loving people and have always supported me in everything and in every way. I am the oldest of three children. I have two beautiful, intelligent sisters. Abbie is 37 and an honors graduate of the University of Alabama in Birmingham. She is currently living in New Orleans and is employed with a non-profit organization as a Gift Officer. My youngest sister, Ami Pearson, lost her 2 year battle with cancer in February of 2016. She was only 30 years old. The loss of her really broke our hearts. Her sweet legacy lives on in Auburn with their father. That legacy is two gorgeous girls. Their names are Harper who is seven and Hattie who is six. They are precious children and they add so much joy to our lives!<\/span><\/p>

Finally, this brings me to my most exciting and personal news. On December 13, 2015 I married a wonderful man! He inspires me to be a better person. His name is Blake. Blake is currently employed by Kurt Eddy who owns Main Street Drugs. Blake is developing the Eddy\u2019s deer farm located in Odenville. Blake also runs his own business, Dynamic Outdoor Services. We reside here in Cropwell. I have one step-daughter. Her name is Savannah. She lives with us and she is a sixth grader at Williams Intermediate. She is an angel and a great blessing to our lives! In 2017 Blake and I had our first daughter together. Her name is LynnLeigh Nicole. LynnLeigh is 3 years old. Then on May 31^{st<\/sup> we had another tiny blessing. Her name is Emerie Grace. Emerie is 14 months old. My daughters are, by far, my greatest accomplishment! My good and perfect gifts from God!!! <\/span><\/p>}

In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family & friends, boating on the lake, watching sports (especially Auburn football\u2014WAR EAGLE!!), reading, and shopping.<\/span><\/p>

Education<\/span><\/u><\/strong>--<\/span><\/strong> I graduated from Clay County High School with an advanced diploma in May of 1997. I then attended Central Alabama Community College, in Alexander City, on an Ambassador scholarship and there I earned my Associate in Arts degree. I transferred as a junior to Jacksonville State University on an academic scholarship - in the fall of 1999. I graduated with my degree in Elementary Education from JSU in April 2001. I also completed my master's degree from JSU in School Counseling (December 2012). Finally, that brings me here- to Coosa Valley Elementary where I have taught either first grade or kindergarten for the past nineteen years. Beginning my 20th year in the teaching profession continues to be overwhelming at times, but remains to be filled with joy and excitement. Every day is a new learning experience for me along with my students. I enjoy forming a bond with them and it's enjoyable to watch them become excited about learning. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>

How I feel about education<\/u><\/strong> (My philosophy) -- I feel that education should be the number one civic and social priority for U. S. citizens, businesses, and governments. I feel that through an efficient and effective education system many of society's problems can be solved such as: crimes, poverty, homelessness, and violence. For the U. S. to remain to have the number one living standard in the world, we must always provide the means for a fully funded and staffed education system. In order to recruit the best of the best in the teaching profession, the pay schedule needs to be equal to that of other professions: doctors, lawyers, engineers, and bankers. With this pay 100 percent should be expected of every educator, everyday, of every year. It should also be expected that teachers apply their knowledge to each student and work with parents, peers, and administration to find new and better ways to excel education. Funds need to be made available for the best facilities, better continuing education programs, and current materials and technology. Through this, each child will be guaranteed a free, comprehensive education. <\/span><\/p>

I feel that as a teacher I have the most important role in education. Children are the future of our country, and as an educator I have the opportunity to mold their goals and dreams. It is my duty to teach CHILDREN- not subjects. I honestly believe that the best teachers are those who remember just what it was like to be a kid themselves. I remember my childhood and it was wonderful in so many ways. I love the fact that I get to spend my work days with young children. They inspire me to be a better person and to stay true to my roots. I know that as an educator, I must design my lessons to accommodate every child's learning style. My job is to take children where they are and help them reach their greatest possible potential. It is my desire that they become assets in society and the very best version of who God created them to be. <\/span><\/p>

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I understand that teaching is a challenge, but with this challenge are many rewards. It is my opinion that no other profession on earth could be so rewarding. That is why I have dedicated myself to teaching. I want you to know that I promise to do my best. If you ever have any concerns about how I'm teaching or handling things in the classroom, please don't hesitate to come and discuss those concerns with me. Your child's education is very important to me and I will always strive to do what is best for him\/her. Just remember that we are a team and your support and hard work will also play a vital role in your child's education.<\/span><\/p>","phone":null,"email":null,"staffMemberProfiles":[]},{"id":"dca4dd59-72fc-43ec-a66f-6175791105f8","primary_key":236948,"fname":"Cheryl","lname":"Murray","title":"Kindergarten Teacher","avatarUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.schoolblocks.com\/users\/dca4dd59-72fc-43ec-a66f-6175791105f8\/dt94r2-1454.JPG","bio":"My name is Cheryl Murray. I have been teaching at Coosa Valley since 2001. This is my sixth year teaching Kindergarten here at CVES. I grew up in\u00a0 Birmingham, Alabama where I attended Crumley Chapel Elementary and Bottenfield Middle School,but moved to Atlanta, Ga. my freshman year of high school, and graduated from Norcross High School. I then attended college at Brenau University where I received my degree in Early Childhood Education. After graduation \u00a0I opened a daycare center in Suwanee Georgia for children ages 6 weeks-12 years old (all 240 of them).When selling the daycare in 2001 my family relocated from Suwanee to Cropwell to be closer to family. In 2014 I lost my husband to a 16 year battle of ALS or also known as Lou Gehrig Disease. I have three children Caleb, Rebekah, and Isaac.My son Caleb and his wife Anna(both graduates of UAB) live and work in Birmingham. In December of 2020 they blessed me with my first grandchild Watson and of course he is the cutest thing ever!! My daughter Rebekah and her husband Jordan( both graduates of Faulkner University) also live and work in Birmingham. My youngest son Isaac is a junior at UAB where he plans to study nursing. He attended Faulkner University for two years where he played on the mens varsity soccer team. I also have one fur baby, a cat named Jake. I am very involved with my church, CrossBridge Church of Christ, in Hoover. where I have attended for 20 years. I love teaching and the opportunity to share the love of education with your child. I can not wait for another wonderful year of school.","phone":null,"email":null,"staffMemberProfiles":[]},{"id":"1bbd18d1-55ad-48ab-9bfb-4226a30b01fc","primary_key":236950,"fname":"Jill","lname":"Perry","title":"Kindergarten Teacher","avatarUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.schoolblocks.com\/users\/1bbd18d1-55ad-48ab-9bfb-4226a30b01fc\/e7868s-1458.JPG","bio":"

I am Jill Golden Perry and married to Steve Perry. We have two children, Mary Marshall(17) and William(15). I love to garden, play tennis, and spend time with my family. I began teaching school in 2001 and taught for four years but decided to stay at home once I had children of my own. While it was rewarding to stay with my kids, it was time for me to come back and do what I love which is TEACH!! I enjoy teaching kindergarten and I hate when it is time for them to move up to first grade. It's great to work everyday with great teachers, friends, and professionals. I want this year to be the best year for your child. My philosophy in teaching young children is that they are all capable to learn as long as they are exposed and every child has a right to learn in the classroom.I like to establish good behavior and routines so that each child has the opportunity to learn. I love to see a child finally grow as a learner and mature in the classroom. I will treat your child just like I would my own children. Also, I will love, protect, and care for your child like I would my own children. I look forward to being with your child and pushing them to their full capacity and maturing while having fun in the classroom. <\/span><\/p>

<\/span><\/div><\/span>","phone":null,"email":null,"staffMemberProfiles":[]},{"id":"420ad0eb-4362-482a-9680-a56187a86b4e","primary_key":236955,"fname":"Debra","lname":"Stephens","title":"Kindergarten Teacher","avatarUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.schoolblocks.com\/users\/420ad0eb-4362-482a-9680-a56187a86b4e\/revx2j-1452.JPG","bio":"Welcome to the exciting world of kindergarten! My name is Debra Watson Stephens and I have been teaching kindergarten at Coosa Valley Elementary forever it seems :) ! I absolutely LOVE teaching kindergarten. \u00a0It is so rewarding to see the growth of the children from August to May. \u00a0Please feel free to contact me with any questions\/concerns throughout the year - my door is always open. You can reach me through my email or by calling the school at 338-7713 .After graduating from Pell City High School, I attended Jacksonville State University where I earned a Master's Degree in Early Childhood\/Elementary Education. \u00a0I then returned to Pell City to teach at the same elementary school that I attended as a child - Coosa Valley! I have 2 children who both graduated from the Pell City School System.It is my desire to create a positive fun filled learning environment for your child. \u00a0I am looking forward to spending the year with your child!\u00a0","phone":2053387713,"email":null,"staffMemberProfiles":[]}],"displayStaffTitles":false,"title":"Staff Members"}

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