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Ms. Margaret Symonds

Margaret Symonds was born and raised in Raleigh, NC, where she has lived her entire life. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from UNC-Chapel Hill, which laid the foundation for her passion for teaching.

With 20 years of teaching experience, Margaret has spent the last 16 years dedicated to kindergarten, a grade she truly loves. In addition to her teaching career, she has accomplished several athletic feats, including completing one half marathon and participating in numerous triathlons.

When she’s not in the classroom, Margaret enjoys watching The Office, biking, and spending quality time with her kids. Fun fact: she hiccups a lot!

I'm #StoughProud because:  Margaret finds Stough to be a special place to work because of the rich culture that surrounds and embraces everyone in the community. She’s excited to continue fostering a love of learning in her kindergarten students at such a unique and supportive school.

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Jennifer Batts-Blalock

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Mrs. Genessis Henriquez

My name is Genessis Henriquez and this is my third year working at Stough Elementary. This year I will be student teaching with the first grade team! This is my last year taking online classes at Campbell University and I will be graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education (K-6) Teaching Licensure. Outside of school, I serve in the kids ministry at my church and the media department which has been a great blessing! I am very excited and grateful to work alongside amazing teachers that will support me through my education journey.

I'm #StoughProud because: I am surrounded by teachers who care and support their students in all areas in the school.

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Ms. Xiaolei "Celena" Zhang

Celena, originally from China, is a Master’s graduate in International Chinese Language Education. Her enthusiasm to teach young learners is infectious, and we are delighted to welcome her to the Stough kindergarten team.

Outside the classroom, Ms. Zhang enjoys swimming, doing yoga, and traveling. She recently embarked on an adventure, taking her 10-year-old daughter to a new country, further enriching their lives with diverse experiences.

I'm #StoughProud because:  Ms. Zhang appreciates Stough's sweet and supportive workmates and looks forward to a wonderful year with her students. 

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Ms. Hope Kang

This is 康越萍 (Hope). Originally from northern China, she has dedicated over 10 years to teaching kindergarten at an international school in Beijing. Throughout her career, Hope has developed a deep passion for early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a nurturing and inspiring learning environment for young learners.
Hope enjoys exploring new ideas and continuously expanding her knowledge to enhance her teaching practices. She believes that cultural exchange enriches both educators and students, and she is thrilled to join the Stough Elementary School community. She looks forward to sharing her experiences and expertise while learning from others, creating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere where every child can thrive.
 
I'm #StoughProud because: I love the supportive staff and am excited to have the opportunity to participate in the unique Mandarin immersion program at Stough Elementary School.
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