email address: khandley

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Originally from Rocky Mount, NC and I like to think of myself as a local having always lived in NC. Although I did spend a school year teaching English in Slovakia. That was such a great experience. I received my Bachelors in Elementary Ed from ECU (GO PIRATES!) and my Masters in Elem Ed: Curriculum & Instruction from NC State (GO PACK!). I've been at LES for quite a while. I have taught 2nd, 3rd, 4th, was also a 3rd-5th grade Intervention teacher, and of course Kindergarten these last few years. I simply love the community here! In my free time I enjoy hanging out with friends (usually with a cup of coffee or hot tea in hand), playing the guitar, and photography. I also love spending time with my nephews and niece. I have a dog who is full on puppy.

email address: mthakar

My name is Manisha Thakar. I am originally from India. I came to the US 18 years ago, and ever since have been in Raleigh, NC. I have been an instructional assistant in Spec Ed, 1st grade and kindergarten. I have two teenage boys, one in middle school and the other in high school. They both are part of their school Orchestra and I enjoy watching them play. In addition, I love cooking and plants. During Summer, my deck turns into a vegetable garden.