I have worked at Kingswood for 16 years. I am originally from Ohio, but I also lived in Las Vegas for 5 years before moving to Cary in 1995. My education degree is from THE Ohio State University- Go Bucks! I enjoy watching sports, shopping, and going to the beach. My very first teaching experience was at a public Montessori school in Columbus, Ohio. 

Hi Kingswood Families! My name is Ms. Sam or Ms. Higgins, depending on what grade your child is in.  I am the jack of all trades, filling in throughout the building wherever I'm needed, and I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know all the students here at Kingswood. I have been working with kids for the past 20+ years and am looking forward to completing my teaching licensure and getting into my own classroom. I am originally from New York and attended college in Roanoke, Virginia, where I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts. I have 4 children, twin boys who are in Kindergarten here at Kingswood and two beautiful girls, 3 and 1, who enjoy time at home with dad.

“Ni Hao” Kingswood Families! (“Ni Hao” is “Hello!” in Mandarin Chinese.) My name is Ms. Liu and I am looking forward to an exciting year with the students! This will be my 21st year teaching at Kingswood (19 years as music teacher and 2 years as ESL teacher). I am originally from Taiwan and was an ESL student when I came to the U.S. in 5th grade. I graduated from UNC-Greensboro (piano performance), University of Illinois (music education), and received ESL certification from NCSU. I enjoy playing the piano and the flute, traveling, and taking walks with my dog, Piper. I am excited for this school year to begin!

¡Familias de Kingswood “Ni Hao”! (“Ni Hao” es “¡Hola!” en chino mandarín.) Mi nombre es Sra. Liu y espero con ansias un año emocionante con los estudiantes. Este será mi vigésimo primer año enseñando en Kingswood (19 años como profesora de música y 2 años como profesora de ESL). Soy originaria de Taiwán y era estudiante de ESL cuando llegué a los EE. UU. en quinto grado. Me gradué de la UNC-Greensboro (interpretación de piano), de la Universidad de Illinois (educación musical) y recibí la certificación de ESL de NCSU. Disfruto tocar el piano y la flauta, viajar y pasear con mi perro, Piper. ¡Estoy emocionado de que comience este año escolar!

I am excited to be at Kingwood for my third year! I have been in Wake County several years as a classroom teacher and parent. My husband and I have two young adults that graduated from Wake County schools. We also have several pets running around the house creating havoc. Kingswood Elementary is a wonderful school, and I look forward to working with your children.

I am an NC Native. I attended UNC-W and earned my degree in Physical Education.  I started teaching at Kingswood in 1991 as the Physical Education teacher.  After 30 years, I retired.  I could not stay away, so I am now doing 4^th and 5^th grade intervention, in both math and reading, but only part-time. I love going to the beach in the summer. It helps relax my mind and body. I also have 2 miniature dachshunds that keep me busy when I am at home.  

I am thrilled to be the new AIG teacher here at Kingswood. I have 11 years previous experience teaching Gifted Education in the Charlotte area, but I love teaching and interacting with ALL children! My husband and I just recently relocated to Wake County to be closer to our family. We have 3 adult children--one of whom is a teacher here in Wake County--and 5 grandchildren. We also have a VERY lovable Golden Retriever. Family is important to us and I enjoy spending time with my grandkids anywhere there is water--the beach, the lake and even the pool!