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Amanda Cheatham, 4th grade teacher, Center for Enriched Studies
I am so excited to be teaching at Chevy Chase! I got my master's degree in teaching from Johns Hopkins University and my undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego in Political Science and Communication. I have three beautiful children that also attend MCPS schools. I am a huge animal lover and have a dog and a cat as family members as well. I also foster animals over the summer when I have a little more free time. My favorite activities are reading (I love historical fiction), running, traveling, and just generally being outside. I'm looking forward to a great year! |
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Amanda Hammersla, 4th grade teacher
My name is Ms. Hammersla, I am from Baltimore, but have recently moved to Washington DC and I am so excited to make Chevy Chase Elementary School my home. I recently graduated from Salisbury University with a dual degree in Elementary Education and Psychology. During my time at Salisbury University, I interned in grades kindergarten, sixth and everything in between, but third grade has always been my favorite! Also, I love drawing, and art is something that I look forward to bringing into the classroom soon.
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Bridget Prego, 4th grade teacher, Team Leader
I’m originally from Pennsylvania and moved to this area in 2006 to start my teaching career in MCPS. I have my Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Penn State and a Master’s degree in Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment from Walden University. I have taught in grades 2-5 and absolutely love being a part of the Chevy Chase community! I currently live in Bethesda and enjoy walking around town. When I’m not teaching, you can find me exercising, traveling, watching college football, reading, catching up on the latest movies and spending time with my family and friends. |
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Julie Quintana, 4th grade teacher, Center for Enriched Studies Team Leader
I studied International Relations at Boston University and Education at the State University of New York at Fredonia. I have over 20 years of teaching experience and have taught a variety of subjects and grades. My husband and I have two sons and two daughters. In my spare time I enjoy reading, cooking, sports, and relaxing at the beach.I am looking forward to an amazing year of learning. |
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Yena Suh, 4th grade teacher
Hello! I'm Yena Suh, a bilingual third grade teacher. I majored in Elementary Education at the University of Maryland, with an emphasis in Mathematics. I love traveling to new places and cooking, so I became CELTA certified in hopes that I'd put it to good use one day! When I'm not obsessed with teaching third graders, I love to spend time with family and friends, and taking my dog Cooper on a nice long walk. Let's get ready for a fun year of learning! |
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Sam Thorner, 4th grade teacher, Center for Enriched Studies
It is my great pleasure to be joining the exciting and creative CCES community. I am entering my 3rd decade working with kids. Previously I taught all subjects in 3rd and 4th grade. My undergraduate degree is in History from NYU and I received my Masters from Santa Clara University. I am a second generation Washingtonian and so happy to be back in the DMV after 7 years in California. I love sports, reading, musicals, spending time with my family and my dog, Argyle. |