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University of Rhode Island - BS Zoology Rhode Island College - MA Elementary Teaching National Board Certification - Early Childhood
Ms. Jen Burdette
Third Grade Teacher- Track 1
Girls on the Run Site Coordinator

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Longwood College- BA Elementary Education NC State-Masters Degree Reading Instruction Nationally Board Certified Teacher
Ms. Caitlin McCommons
Third Grade Teacher- Track 1
Caitlin McCommons has been a teacher at Turner Creek Elementary since 2018. She has been in education for over 20 years, serving as a teacher in grades 1,2, and 3. She has worked in both Wake County and Fairfax County public schools. Education runs in Ms. McCommons’ family. Her mother is a retired 2nd grade teacher. Her father was a college professor and Architect, and her sister is currently a music and drama teacher at an international school in Switzerland. Ms. McCommons has always wanted to be a teacher.
Ms. McCommons believes students learn best in a supportive and inclusive classroom where each child is gently guided to discover their passions and talents as well as being pushed to work to their full potential. Ms. McCommons also has a passion for making sure that all students feel seen and heard. She has been a Girls On The Run coach for over 10 years and enjoys getting to see all students flourish!
Ms. McCommons is the youngest of 3 children. She has an older brother and an older sister. Her older sister lives in Switzerland! She loves to go to the beach, travel, and read. She loves all things cat, and NC State! Most of her family still lives in Northern Virginia where she grew up. Even though she grew up in Virginia Ms. McCommons considers herself a Carolina girl! Her mom and dad are both products of Wake County Public Schools, and actually met in high school at Broughton Magnet High School. She spent most of her summers and school breaks in Raleigh NC with family at Topsail Island, her favorite place on earth!!

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High Point University - BA Elementary Education High Point University - Master of STEM Education
Mrs. Samantha Rascati
Third Grade Teacher- Track 3
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State University of NY at Geneseo - BS Elementary Education East Carolina University - Master of Elementary Education UNC Charlotte - AIG Certificate Program
Ms. Denise LaPorta
Third Grade Teacher- Track 4

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Ms. Sarah Garvey
Third Grade Teacher- Track 4