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Ms. Giselle Pizzo

Hello! My name is Giselle Pizzo and I’m excited to kick off my teaching career at Joyner! I’m from Cary, North Carolina and earned my degree in Elementary Education at UNC Charlotte. I’m looking forward to joining the 3rd grade team and a great school year!

In the classroom I aim to create an engaging and encouraging classroom environment through working with and getting to know each individual student. Outside the classroom I enjoy spending time with friends and family, reading, and traveling.

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Ms. Emily Craig

Hi! My name is Emily Craig, and this will be my 6h year of teaching! I grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina and attended NC State University (Go Pack!) where I received my degree in Elementary Education. I started teaching 3rd grade at Joyner my first year and I haven't looked back since. I love working with this third-grade team!
Outside of school, I love to read, play tennis, and take our puppy Winnie for walks at the Art Museum with my husband Sam. I am looking forward to working together to help your child succeed this year in third grade!
 

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Ms. Dominique Frazier

My name is Dom Frazier, and I'm looking forward to a great year! I received both my undergraduate degree and Master's of Education from Meredith College. I was previously a teacher at Joyner, and it feels good to be home. Most recently, I have been a Restorative Practice trainer for WCPSS. I have two children, Scarlett (5th grade) and Judah (Kindergarten), and I'm married to Andy, a hospice chaplain. I grew up mostly in Raleigh, although my family is from Peru. In my free time, I enjoy being outside with my kids, listening to podcasts, and reading. The values that guide me as an educator are curiosity, delight, and equity. 

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Ms. Jennifer Smythe

Hello! I'm Jennifer Smythe, 3rd grade teacher at Joyner. I am so excited to join the 3rd grade team this year! I taught 3rd grade for 8 years before moving to 2nd grade and cannot wait to be back! This will be my 16th year teaching overall and 11th year at Joyner. I grew up in Greensboro and I'm a graduate of NC State, where I played soccer. I got my Masters in Elementary Education from UNC Greensboro. 
I am married to Will and we have 2 kids, Evan and Kate, who attended Joyner and are now in high school at Sanderson. I also have 2 dogs and 7 pet chickens! In my spare time, I love playing soccer in various adult leagues as well as playing tennis. I love to stay active!

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Ms. Kiarra Webb-Coe

Hey y’all! My name is Kiarra Webb-Coe, and I’m thrilled to be returning for my second year of teaching at JYJ. I’m originally from Bunn, North Carolina, and I’m a proud graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where I earned a Bachelor's degree in Elementary and Special Education (2022), a Master’s in Special Education, and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Instructional Design (2024).

 

My teaching philosophy centers around fostering a supportive and engaging environment where every student can thrive. I believe in blending creativity with structured learning to make education both fun and impactful. I truly enjoy learning and laughing alongside my students as we grow together throughout the year.

 

Outside the classroom, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, cooking, reading, and staying active. I'm excited for another year of building meaningful connections with students and families, and I look forward to all the growth and joy this school year will bring!