OUR SCHOOL
Our Mission
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Our mission is to provide a safe environment where everyone is valued, respected and belongs. All staff members, with parents and families, are fully committed to students’ academic achievement and growth. Students are empowered to meet current and future challenges through social awareness, civic responsibility, and personal growth through academic excellence and nurturing relationships.
~ Goal Getters in Attendance, Academics, Character, Community Service and Personal Best.
Our Vision
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Our vision is to forge strong, positive connections with students so they can achieve independence, build confidence, and gain academic knowledge.
~ Everybody belongs
Teachers and Support
- Kindergarten and Pre-K
- First Grade
- Second Grade
- Third Grade
- Fourth Grade
- Fifth Grade
- Related Arts
- Library
- ESL Teachers
- Special Education & Interventionists
- Mental, Emotional & Physical Health
- Educational Assistants
- Food Services
- Kids Club
Kindergarten and Pre-K

Mrs. Ashworth
All About. . .

Mrs. Ashworth has been teaching for 18 years, focusing on Kinder and First grades. She said, "I want to provide a safe and engaging place where all students can learn. I am a parent too! I have raised 3 beautiful children and I understand the challenges that parents face in raising kids. I want to support parents in this season of life." When she is not at school she enjoys rescuing dogs, reading and spending time with friends and family.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Vanilla Team: Tennessee Vols Shopping: Amazon & Target Snacks: Popcorn and Cookies Drinks: Diet Cherry Limeade & Unsweet Tea Classroom Wish List: Stickers, Paper Towels & Clorox Wipes
Contact
Mrs. Ashworth: mailto:ashworthm@wcschools.com
Mr. Gooch
All About. . .

Mr. Gooch comes to EPE this year with 10 years of teaching experience covering grades K-8! He is passionate about teaching all students as well as spending time with his own family.
Some of his favorites include:
Color: Blue Snacks: Snickers & Brownies
Drinks: Iced Tea and Sonic Cherry Limeade Shopping: Sam's Club
Teams: Chargers & Lakers
Contact
Email Mr. Gooch: goochgle100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Hall
All About. . .

Mrs. Hall is new to EPE this year, but she is not new to teaching. She has been in education for the last 5 years with experience in First, third and Kinder. She said, "I am so happy to be back in middle Tennessee where I grew up with lots of family around." When she is not at school she enjoys reading, hanging out with her kids and playing with her dogs.
Some of her favorites Include:
Color: Gray Blue Teams: Titans & Vols!
Candy: Dark Chocolate or Sour Gummy Worms
Drinks: Milo's Unsweet Tea and Sonic Cherry Limeade
Shopping: At Home, Walmart & Target
Contact
Email Mrs. Hall: hallshe100@wcschools.com
Mrs. White
All About. . .
Contact
Mrs. White: whitekar100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Whittaker
All About. . .

Mrs. Whittaker has been a teacher for 26 years! She has blessed many different grade levels with her amazing skills, and this year made the switch from Third to Kinder. One of the the things she loves about Elzie is how the staff will go out of their way to support each other. When she is not rockin' the classroom life she loves hanging out with her nieces.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Lavender Team: Nashville Predators Shopping: Hobby Lobby & Amazon
Drinks: Iced Coffee & Unsweet Tea Snacks: Cheese-Its, Twizzlers & Dark Chocolate
Classroom Supply Wish List: Flair Pens, Copy Paper & Pen-tel EnerGel Pens
Contact
Mrs. Whittaker : mailto:whittmel100@wcschools.com
First Grade

Ms. Curee
All About. . .

Ms. Curee has been a teacher for 10 years, sharing her joy in Intervention, Kindergarten and now First Grade. Her favorite thing about EPE is how the whole community make this a place that everyone feels welcome. When she is not working, she loves to be outside, especially at sunset.
Some of her favorites include:
Color: Purple, pink, blue, green Scent: Vanilla Team: MTSU Candy: Skittles
Drinks: Sonic Lemonade with blue coconut syrup & black coffee with sugar
Contact
Mrs. Curee: mailto:cavnaemi100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Quon
All About. . .

Mrs. Quon has been in education for 22 years. Not only has she been a classroom teacher but she has also been a principal, and an Assistant Principal. So when she says that she loves the community and positive atmosphere of EPE, she has the experience to know the importance of both of those things! When not at work she enjoys knitting, Traveling and church activities.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Lavender Team: Titans Shopping: Walmart & Amazon Snacks: Chips
Classroom Supply Wish List: Craft Supplies: (popsicle sticks, colored paper, etc) paper plates and cups
Contact
Mrs. Quon: mailto:quonmel100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Fraley
All About. . .

This is Mrs. Fraley's seventeenth year at Elzie Patton. She started as an educational assistant, Reading Coach, and this is her fifteenth year teaching 1st grade. When not at school she enjoys spending time with her family and cooking.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Spice (Vanilla, caramel, etc.) Shopping: Walmart & Amazon Team: Tennessee Vols
Drinks: Sweet Tea with Lemon & Iced Chai Tea Snacks: Regular and chocolate covered pretzels
Contact
Mrs. Fraley: mailto:siscot@wcschools.com
Mrs. Glover
All About. . .
Contact
Mrs. Glover: mailto:glovecai100@wcschools.com
Second Grade

Mrs. Logue
All About. . .

Mrs. Logue has been teaching second grade for three years, and we are lucky that all of those years have been here at EPE. Her favorite thing about being at Elzie Patton is that the whole staff is a great team, and she would know, since she is also an amazing basketball coach.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Japanese Cherry Blossom Shopping: Nike & Amazon Drinks: Coke or Dr. Pepper Snacks: Popcorn & Snickerdoodle cookies Team: UT Vols
Classroom supply Wish List: copy paper, sticky notes, composition books, Clorox Wipes
Contact
Mrs. Logue: mailto:logueche100@wcschools.com
Mrs. O'Brien
All About. . .

Mrs. O'Brien has been a teacher for the last 4 years. She has spent all of them here at EPE, and she has spent all of them in Second Grade, when it's right, it's right! When she is not here, she enjoys golf, coffee dates with her husband and long walks with her puppy, Penny. She said, "I want all my students and their families to know that in our classroom, we learn, laugh, and grow together. I'll always cheer my students on like they are my own!"
Her favorites include:
Scent: Eucalyptus Teams: UT Vols & Chicago Cubs Shopping: Target & Amazon
Snacks: Sun Chips & Chocolate Pretzels Drinks: Water with Cranberry and lemon & Coffee
Classroom Supply Wish List: Copy Paper, tissues, Clorox Wipes & Expo Markers
Contact
Mrs. O'Brien: mailto:hardyeli100@wcschools.com
Mrs. J. Smith
All About. . .

Mrs. Smith has been in education for the last 10 years. She has been a classroom teacher for k-2nd grades, and been an interventionist, but is now back in the classroom. She loves that EPE is a place where everyone belongs, and sees it as her second family. She values all the student and parent relationships she makes here, and loves when they stay in contact well beyond their elementary years. When she is not at school, she can usually be found with her friends, family and 2 spoiled pups, cooking or just cuddled up drinking coffee.
Her favorites include:
Snack: Chocolate-covered pretzels Drink: 1/2 unsweet tea 1/2 lemonade
Shopping: Amazon Classroom Supply Wish List: Copy paper - white and colored
Contact
Mrs. Smith: mailto:smithjul100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Stewart
All About. . .
Contact
Mrs. Stewart: mailto:stewartm@wcschools.com
Third Grade

Mrs. Meredith
All About. . .

In her 24 years of teaching, Mrs. Meredith has taught, K, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade. So when she says that the EPE staff is the best, she has a lot of experience to back it up. When she is not at school she enjoys camping, fishing, gardening, and generally being outdoors.
Her favorites include:
Team: UT (Go Big Orange!) Shopping: Amazon & Lowes Snacks: Pretzels & Peanut M&Ms
Drinks: Root beer float, Unsweet Tea and Starbucks
Contact
Mrs. Meredith: mailto:meredchr100@wcschools.com
Mr. Pendleton
All About. . .

Mr. Pendleton spent his early career as a graphic designer but now, luckily for EPE, he is a third grade Math and Science Teacher. He has been teaching for 2 years, and has used his background, and passion for theater to direct our (yearly) musical.
Some of his favorites include:
Color: Blue Drink: Sonic Cranberry Limeade Candy: 100 Grand
Snack: Pretzels Shopping: Amazon & Banana Republic Restaurant: Olive Garden
Contact
Mr. Pendleton: mailto:pendlrob100@wcschools.com
Dr. Rector
All About. . .

Dr. Rector is a new face here at EPE, but she is not new to teaching! She has worked in education for the last 18 years, covering an impressive array of grade levels from Kinder through 6th grade and teachers at TTU and graduate level qualitative research for three years. She said, " I want my students and parents to know that I am extremely passionate about children & literacy education. I feel like working with children is a calling and a blessing." When she is not working she enjoys running, spending time with her daughters, and attending concerts,
Some of her favorites include:
Color: Light Blue Shopping: Hobby Lobby Candy: Butterfinger Teams: Vols!
Drinks: Sweet Tea, Dr. Pepper Zero and Sonic Cherry Limeade
Contact
Ms. Steiner
All About

Ms. Steiner is a new face here at Elzie Patton this year. She comes to us with 4 years teaching experience, teaching math at the 6th and 8th grade level. Now she is embracing the challenge of Third Grade math and science!
Some of her favorites include:
Color: Forest Green Snacks: Sour Skittles & anything salty & crunchy
Drinks: Diet Coke and Sonic Strawberry Limeade Shopping: Target & Amazon
Restaurants: Olive Garden & Chick-Fil-A
Contact
Email Ms. Steiner: steinemi100@wcschools.com
Fourth Grade

Mrs. Collard
All About. . .

This is a break out year for Mrs. Collard. Her previous 18 years of experience in education has been focused on special education, and now she is finding a new home in 4th grade. When she is not here at school she enjoys work of another kind: decorating homes for living and the holidays. She also enjoys gardening and spending time with friends and family.
Some favorites include:
Scent: Vanilla Shopping: Target & Hobby Lobby Sweets: Brownies (No Nuts)& 100 Grand
Teams: Indiana or Butler University Classroom Supply Wish List: pencils, crayons, markers
Contact
Mrs. Collard:mailto:Collabre100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Morrison
All About. . .

Mrs. Morrison has been a teacher for the last 22 years. She has focused her attention on second, third and fourth grades. Her favorite thing about EPE is the caring community we have! When she is not here, she enjoys hiking and being outdoors.
Other favorites include:
Scent: Maple, Caramel & Vanilla Team: Alabama Shopping: Hobby Lobby and Amazon
Drinks: Sweet Tea & Coke Zero Snacks: Cheese-Its & Oreos
Contact
Mrs. Morrison: mailto:morricat100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Schroeder
All About. . .

Mrs. Schroeder has been a teacher for 12 years. While here at EPE she has taught 4th and 5th grade, but she has also taught 9-12 graders as well. When she is not at school she loves to hang out with friends and family, and an architect at heart, she enjoys building miniature models and doing anything creative. She said, "I’m a teacher and a mom who runs on coffee, faith, and a love for kids. I care a lot and I believe every child can grow with the right mix of support, structure, and silliness. I’m here for your child (and for you) every step of the way."
Favorites include:
Scent: Any Essential Oils Team: New Orleans Saints Shopping: Amazon Snacks: Pretzels
Drinks: Cherry Limeade & Caramel Latte
Contact
Mrs. Schroder: mailto:schromic100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Ware
All About. . .

Mrs. Ware has been teaching for 8 years and during that time has taught all subjects for 4th and 5th grades. In her last three years here at EPE, she has come to value the passion that the entire staff has for helping each child get what they need to be successful. When she is not at school is usually taking care of her many animals (goats, donkeys, ducks, chickens) and gardening (flowers, plants, and veggies)
Her favorites include:
Scent: Cinnamon & Vanilla Team: Oklahoma Sooner
Snacks: Popcorn & Chocolate Drinks: Diet Cherry Limeade & Coffee Shopping: Amazon
Contact
Mrs. Ware: mailto:waremar100@wcschools.com
Fifth Grade

Mrs. Cole
All About. . .

Mrs. Cole has been a Fifth grade teacher for 5 years. She has found her second home, here at EPE, where she loves the diversity and community that is so special to Elzie. When she is not a work she enjoys traveling, working out, and being outdoors.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Apples & Cinnamon and Tropical Scents Drinks: Strawberry Sprite & Caramel Coffee
Teams: Tennessee Preds Shopping: Amazon, TJ MAXX & Books-A-Million
Snacks: Cheese-its & Cupcakes
Contact
Mrs. Cole: mailto:coleash100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Lytle
All About. . .

Mrs. Lytle brings 20 years of experience to her 5th graders. He passion clearly centers around the older grades having taught 5th, 6th, 7th and 10th grades. When she is not at school, she fills her time with reading a good book. . .maybe more than one at a time.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Citrus or Clean Teams: Titans & Preds Snacks: All Chips Shopping: Amazon
Drinks: Cherry Limeade & Coffee with Sugar and Cream
Classroom Wish List: Copy Paper, Clorox Wipes, Kleenex and pencils.
Contact
Mrs. Lytle: mailto:lytleamy100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Noel
All About. . .

Mrs. Noel has had so many teaching experiences in her 18 years in education. She has been a Special Education teacher, a Pre-K teacher, a third grade teacher, and now a 5th grade teacher. She said, "This is my 7th year at EPE and I LOVE everything about it. From the people I work with to the community I serve. I'm a mama of a graduating senior so this is going to be busy year for me." When she is not busy, busy, busy, she enjoys lounging in the pool during the summer, and hiking to find waterfalls in the Fall.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Lavender & Vanilla Shopping: Target and Amazon Team: FSU Seminoles
Snack: Pringles & Anything with Peanut Butter! Drinks: Diet Cherry Limeade & Unsweet Tea
Contact
Mrs. Noel: mailto:noeljer100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Roe
All About. . .

Mrs. Roe is new to Elzie Patton this year. She has been teaching for 2 years covering 7th grade ELA and Math, and now 5th grade Math and Science. When she is not grading and planning, she enjoys reading.
Some of her favorites include:
Snacks: Hot Tamales & Chocolate
Shopping: Target
Drinks: Dr. Pepper & Sonic Cherry Pepsi with Lime
Contact
Related Arts

Dr. Bowen
All About. . .

Dr. Bowen brings 42 years of teaching experience to Elzie Patton! He has taught music to ALL grades from pre-K to 12th. There is no one at EPE with as much experience as he. Not only does he work a full day, he also volunteers his time to have an afterschool chorus and musical theater program. When he is not at school, he enjoys spending time working with his grand-daughters and their horses.
His favorites include:
Shopping: Lowes & Amazon Drinks: Diet Coke & Black Coffee
Snacks: Nuts with Sea Salt & Snickers
Contact
Dr. Bowen: mailto:bowenrob100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Cortner
All About. . .
Contact
Mrs. Cortner: mailto:cortnrac100@wcschools.com
Coach Lemay
All About. . .

Coach Lemay has been the PE teacher at Elzie for the last three years. He loves this community and all the relationships that have been formed. When he is not here he is usually coaching, doing, or watching sports.
His favorites include:
Teams: Tennessee and Chicago Bears
Shopping: Amazon and Academy Sports Drinks: Arnold Palmer & Black Rifle Coffee
Snacks: Mountain Trail Mix & Chocolate Covered Blueberries
Contact
Coach Lemay: mailto:lemayjos100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Vallis
All About. . .

Mrs. Vallis has been a teacher for the last 23 years. During her career, she has taught all subjects to 4th, 5th and 6th grade students. Last year she made the change to being the computer teacher and loves the challenge. When she is not at school, she is reading, doing puzzles, and working Estate Sales.
Some of her favorites include:
Scent: Cinnamon Apple and Vanilla Shopping: Amazon & Target Snacks: Anything salty (not spicy) and anything dark chocolate Drinks: Cherry Limeade & Coke Zero Candy: Black Licorice
Contact
Mrs. Vallis: http://vallihei100wcschools.com
Library

Mrs. Laster
All About. . . .

Mrs. Laster has worn many hats over her 21 year long career in education. She has been a second and third grade classroom teacher, but then found her home and passion as a librarian. Her favorite thing about EPE is her connections with the kids and the fact that the staff is like a second family. When she is not here she loves being outside! Exploring nature with her family is her favorite thing to do.
Other favorites include:
Scent: Vanilla & Pumpkin Spice Team: Nashville Soccer Club Snacks: Nuts and Chocolate
Drinks: Cherry Limeade, Sweet Tea and ALL Coffee Shopping: TJ Maxx and Trader Joes
Contact
Mrs. Laster: mailto:lasterc@wcschools.com
Mrs. Sobotta
All About

Mrs. Sobotta is a staple here at EPE as the Library Assistant. She has been helping the library run smoothly for the last 5 years, and we couldn't get along without her. When she is not here she enjoys traveling and sightseeing.
Her favorites include:
Shopping: TJ MAXX & Home Goods Snacks: Doritos & M&Ms Drink: Milkshakes
ESL Teachers

Mrs. Armstrong
All About. . . .

Mrs. Armstrong has been in education for 12 years. She has taught first and second grades, as well as being a reading interventionist. Her favorite thing about being here at EPE is the school pride that we all have! When she is not here she loves to travel, and cheer on her Memphis home team, the Tigers!
Some of her other favorites include:
Scent: Lavender Shopping Target & Amazon Snacks: Pits Chips and Snicker Bites
Drinks: grape slushy & mochas Team: Memphis Tigers
Contact
Mrs. Armstrong: mailto:armstmeg100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Gladson
All About. . .

Mrs. Gladson has been an ESL teacher for 17 years, and truly loves everyday here at EPE. She loves getting to know the students and families and working with them from year to year. When she is not at school she enjoys hiking in National Parks, pool days, and cooking.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Eucalyptus Mint Team: UT Vols Shopping: Amazon
Snack: Kettle Chips & Chocolate Drinks: Strawberry Sprite & Sweet Cream Cold Brew
Restaurants: Chick-Fil-A and Slim Chickens
Contact
Mrs. Gladson: mailto:gladsash100@wcschools.com
Special Education & Interventionists

Mrs. Davis
All About. . .

Mrs. Davis is our SEEK teacher, and splits her time between EPE and another school. However, we are clearly her favorite as she mentioned that everyone here is always happy and so friendly. She has been in a school setting for 29 years, teaching most elementary grade levels before finding her home with the SEEK program.
Her favorites include:
Snacks: Twix, M & M's, Popcorn Scent: Vanilla, Bergamot, Citrus Shopping: Amazon& TJ Maxx
Sports Team: Alabama, Titans, Preds Drinks: Diet Coke, caramel coffee, Nova Teas
Contact
Mrs. Davis: mailto:daviskw@wcschools.com
Mrs. Dunn
All About. . .
Contact
Mrs. Dunn: dunnbre100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Freedman
All About. . .

Mrs. Freedman is our Title 1 Instructional Coach. However, in her 17 year long career, she has taught multiple grade levels and worked as an interventionist. Her favorite thing about EPE is that the staff supports each other, as well as the students, and celebrates each other's successes. When she is not at work she can usually be found on the sidelines of a soccer field supporting and cheering on her son.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Tropical Team: UT Shopping: Shein & Target Snacks: All chips & Candy Corn
Drinks: Coke Zero with Cherry & Tea
Contact
Mrs. Freedman: mailto:freedamb100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Gaines
All About

Mrs. Gaines has spent the last 18 years as a teacher. She has taught first, third, and fourth grade. Last year she branched out into the world of intervention and enjoyed seeing education from a whole different angle. During the work day, she values how EPE is such a tight family and community, and when at home, she values spending time with her own family, and loves going to sporting events. She said, " I love learning and get excited when students learn something new. Teaching students Math is important, but teaching them life skills and to be life-long learners is even more important."
Some of her Favorites Include:
Color: black, pink and green Candy: Chocolate & Lemon Heads Teams: Titans & Braves
Shopping: Hobby Lobby & Home Goods Snacks: chips Drinks: Sonic Tea with pineapple
Mrs. Hannah
All About. . .

Mrs. Hannah has been teaching for 3 years here at Elzie Patton. She bring a patience and passion to her position of CDC teacher that is inspiring to watch and humbling to be a part of. She loves that EPE is a place where all voices are valued and respected. When she is not at work she enjoys spending time with her family and watching true crime.
Some of her Favorites are:
Scent: lavender and fruity Snacks: Barbeque Fritos & Oreos
Drinks: Dr. Pepper or flavored sparkling water Shopping place: Target, book stores, or Amazon
Contact
Mrs. La Luz
All About. . .

Mrs. La Luz brings 6 years of education to EPE. She has taught 4th and 5th grades, STEM, and now has found her home here in SPED. She said, "I love working with students and have a passion for learning." When she is not working she enjoys hiking and reading books.
Some of her favorites include:
Color: Purple Candy: York Peppermint patties Drink: Diet Strawberry Limeade
Snack: Popcorn Shopping: Target
Contact
Mrs. La Luz: mailto:lalujas100@wcschools.com
Mr. Love
All About. . .

Hey y'all!
My name is Greg Love, and I’m excited and proud to be part of the EPE team. I’ve worked in public education 25 years, supporting students with exceptional needs across public, alternative, and correctional settings. I believe deeply in meeting every student with kindness, patience, and providing the right tools and a steady, supportive presence for students to develop confidence and pride.
My wife, Candace, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with LSSD, and my son, Ethan, graduated from LHS and now attends Tennessee Tech. I’m also a published author, voracious reader, lifelong learner, and a firm believer in getting an early start to each day with purpose and loud music. My brain tends to run on a steady stream of pop culture references and well-timed nonsense.
I’m looking forward to connecting with students, families, and staff.
Contact
Email Mr. Love: mailto:lovegre100@wcschools.com
Mrs. Potier
All About. . .

Mrs. Potier has been teaching for 31 years. In her long career as an educator, she has worked with all elementary grades and has settled into her very important role as k-5 special education teacher here at EPE. When she is not at work she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, painting, and shopping with her nieces.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Vanilla Team: Titans Shopping: Belk & Amazon Drinks: Strawberry Slush & Mt. Dew
Snacks: Funnyuns &Twix Classroom Supply Wish List: Copy Paper, Clorox Wipes, Cardstock
Contact
Mrs. Potier: mailto:potierj@wcschools.com
Mrs. Stegmeier
Mrs. Velleca
All About. . .

Before she joined us, Mrs. Valleca taught 7th and 8th grade ELA, however she has found her home in K-5 Intervention. The thing she loves the most about Elzie is the support and sense of community that is shown in everything we do. When she is not at work, she enjoys being with her family and trying new things; having new adventures.
Some of her favorites include:
Color: All of them Drinks: Ocean Water Snacks: All things salty Hobbies: Yoga
Sweet Treat: Dunkin
Mental, Emotional & Physical Health
School Counselor - Mrs. Morrison
All About. . .

Mrs. Morrison is in charge of guiding students to find their best emotional well-being each day. She has been in education for 18 years as a classroom teacher, interventionist and now school counselor. We know that our students are in good hands.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Fresh Linen Shopping: Amazon
Drinks: Limeades & Tea Snacks: Popcorn & Chocolate
Contact
School Psychologist - Mrs. Claflin
All About. . .
Mrs. Claflin is our School Psychologist. Her days are filled with testing and meetings, but she gets time to leave her office every once in a while and enjoy the EPE community.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Lavender & Vanilla Shopping: Target & Amazon Drinks: coke or Iced Vanilla Latte with Almond milk Snack: Anything chocolate and Dot's Pretzels
Speech Therapist - Mrs. Megan
All About. . .

Mrs. Megan has been working with children in the field of Speech Therapy for 27 years. She is passionate about helping students develop communication skills through play therapy. Outside of her school day, she enjoys photography and scrapbooking.
Some of her favorites include:
Color: Purple Shopping: Goodwill Drinks: Root beer or Sonic Raspberry cream slushie Candy: Peppermint Patties, Heath, or chocolate with caramel
Physical Therapist
CIP - Mrs. Moore
Educational Assistants

Mrs. Bunny
All About. . .

Ms. Bunny is one of our amazing, patient EA's here at EPE. She has been in education for 32 years, working as a preschool teacher and educational assistant. When she is not at school she enjoys gardening.
Some of her favorites include:
Drinks: Cream Soda Sports Team: Bears Snacks: Anything salty or sweet
Shopping: Walmart or Kohl's Color: Purple or Pink
Mrs. Bell
Mrs. Heather
All About. . .

Mrs. Heather is new to EPE this year, and we just know that she is going to be a great addition to our family. And speaking of families, Mrs. Heather says that hanging out with friends and family is what she enjoys doing most, so we figure that works out pretty well.
Some of her favorites include:
Color: Green Snacks: Hershey's Chocolate, and most anything sweet
Drinks: Water or Sonic Lemonade Slush Teams: UT and Oregon Ducks
Mrs. Lori
All About. . .

Mrs. Lori brings 22 years of educational experience to EPE. She has taught all grades from pre K through 12th grade!! When she is not working she enjoys hiking and swimming.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Vanilla Team: TTU Shopping: Amazon & Target Snacks: Plain Lays Chips & Heath Bars
Drinks: Butterfinger Blast, Latte & Sweet Tea *Gluten Free*
Mrs. Dena
Ms. Ellie
All About. . .

Ms. Ellie is joining us here at EPE for her first year as an EA. She does an amazing job helping both students and teachers! When she is not working she enjoys visiting Sewanee and going to Belcourt Theater.
Some of her favorites include:
Color: Pink Drinks: Diet Coke (at Sonic add Vanilla) Teams: Titans & Vols
Shopping: Old Navy Candy: Peanut M&M's or Hershey Kisses
Ms. Catherine
All About. . .

Ms. Catherine is one of our amazing educational assistants with a long history in education. She has spent her 18 year long career teaching 4th and 5th grades, working in SPED ESL and now CIP. She said, "I love working with young people and helping them to have confidence in themselves so they can succeed." When she is not working she enjoys travels to faraway places, doing jigsaw puzzles, and walking her dogs.
Her favorites include:
Hobbies: reading and Traveling Snacks: Chips and Milk Chocolate Drinks: Hot Tea (British)
Shopping: Goodwill
Coach Love
All About. . .

Coach Love has one year under his belt as an EA, here at EPE. He does an amazing job working with our students, and we are thrilled to have him. As his title suggests, Coach Love enjoys coaching basketball after school.
Some of his favorites include:
Color: Yellow Candy: Sweet-tart Ropes Snacks: Sour Cream and Onion Chips
Mrs. Machett
All About. . .

Mrs. Machett is one of our wonderful EA's. She brings all 22 years of her experience working with grades K-12 here to EPE. One of the reasons that she chose to work here is because everyone is so nice, and has really made her feel welcome. When she is not at work she loves to spend time with her family, especially her granddaughter.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Cinnamon Teams: Arkansas Razorbacks & Green Bay Packers
Drinks: Dr. Pepper Zero & Iced Mochas Snacks: Munchos chips & Nutty Buddy
Shopping: Hobby Lobby & Amazon
Mrs. Michelle
All About. . .

Mrs. Michelle is one of our wonderful Educational Assistants that works with our Special Education classes. She has been in education for 18 years, focusing on CDC and EA positions. When she is not at school she enjoys boating.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Vanilla & Cinnamon Shopping: TJ MAXX & Home Goods
Snacks: Sweet& Salty Trail Mix and Chocolate with Caramel
Drinks: Cherry Limeade & Sweet Tea
Mrs. Nicole
All About. . .

Mrs. Nicole is a staple here at Elzie Patton, having been an Educational Assistant here for the last 13 years! The commitment that she has to EPE is all due to the kids. She loves their smiles, hugs and joy at learning something new. When she is not with her EPE family, she enjoys reading at coffee shops, cuddling with her dog, and traveling with her family.
Some of her favorites include:
Team: NY Yankees Snacks: pretzels & any Chocolate Drinks: Cherry Limeade & Starbucks Shopping: Amazon or Target Scent: Vanilla & Coconut
Mrs. Norma
All About. . .

Mrs. Norma is a SPED educational assistant. She has been working with EPE students for the last 2 years. She wants parents to know that, " I give my best effort and patience so that students are safe and learn." When she is not working she enjoys going to the gym and traveling.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Lavender Snacks: Doughnuts & Peanuts
Drinks: Milkshakes & Breakfast Blend Coffee Shopping: TJ MAXX
Mrs. Tricia
All About. . .

Mrs. Rango has been working with children for the last 22 years, and now brings all that experience here to EPE. The Intervention Team is grateful to have her as an Education Assistant throughout the day. When she is not at work she enjoys crafting, gardening and yoga.
Some of her favorites include:
Scent: Fall & Coffee Shopping: TJMAXX & HomeGoods Drink: Coffee
Team: Yankees Baseball Snacks: Nuts, Pretzels, any chocolate
Mrs. Rebecca
All About. . .

Mrs. Rebecca has been an educational Assistant for 10 years, and says she loves working with the teachers and students at EPE. When she is not working, she enjoys traveling with her family.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Coconut Team: Alabama Drink: Unsweet Peach Tea & Organic Coffee Snacks: Organic Tortilla Chips & Organic Dark Chocolate.
Mrs. Barb
All About. . .

Mrs. Barb is one of our Educational Assistants who works with Pre-K. She has spent over 10 years in education in Pre-K classrooms. That is some serious patience and dedication! When she is not at work she enjoys being outdoors and reading.
Her favorites include:
Color: green or blue Drink: Sweet Tea Team: Bills
Snacks: Dark Chocolate and anything salty. Shopping: Publix & Amazon
Food Services

Mrs. Susie
All About. . .

Mrs. Susie wears a couple of hats here at EPE. Not only does she work in the School Cafe, she also works with Mrs. Shana at Kids Club. Her ties to EPE go deep, as all of her own students were patriots, too! When she is not at school she enjoys spending time with her family, playing with her dogs, and volunteering at her church.
Some favorites include:
Scent: Anything Fall Shopping: Amazon & Target
Drinks: Diet Cherry Limeade & Coffee Snacks: Hot & Spicy Pork Rinds
Mrs. Eman
All About. . .

Mrs. Eman has been in food service for 3 years. She really enjoys her time here at EPE because her co-workers and the students make her day wonderful. When she is not here she loves to spend quality time with her family, and go to church.
Her favorites include:
Drinks: Cola & Coffee Shopping: Amazon & Target
Snacks: All of them!
Mrs. Shannon
All About. . .

Mrs. Shannon has been in food service for three years. She loves that she now works in the same town that she lives in so that she can say, "Hi" to the students and staff when she sees them around. When she is not in school, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Some of her favorites include:
Scent: Vanilla Shopping: Starbucks & Target Snack: Snickers
Drinks: Vanilla Sweet Cream coffee
Mrs. Brooke
All About. . .

Mrs. Brooke has been in food service for the last three years. She enjoys working here at EPE and growing a connection with the students over time. When she is not here she can usually be found Hanging out with her grandbabies, or working in the yard with her chickens.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Vanilla Team: Tennessee Vols Shopping: Target & Walmart Snacks: Chips & Chocolate Drink: Columbian Coffee
Kids Club

Mrs. Shana
All About. . .

Mrs. Shana has been in Early Childhood Education since 2012. She currently runs the before and afterschool program here at EPE. She loves the connection she gets to make with the students and how they treat her like a VIP. When at home she loves spending time with friends and family, usually doing crafts or watching Marvel movies. She also enjoys collecting superhero and Stitch stuff.
Her favorites include:
Scent: Lavender Team: Preds/Braves/Titans Shopping: Walmart & Amazon
Drink: Diet Dr. Pepper Snacks: Dill Pickle Chips & Reese's Pieces
Contact
Shana Watson: mailto:watsosha100@wcschools.com








