Hi! My name is Kate Adkins and this is my fourth year teaching and my fourth year
in 1st grade at The Park! I was born and raised in Cobb County and later attended the
University of Alabama (ROLL TIDE!!) where I received my degree in elementary education.
I’m looking forward to another fun-filled year of teaching and learning at the park!
Get to know more about Ms. Adkins HERE!
Hello, I am Tricia Barber. This is my fourteenth year of teaching and
my third at Sedalia Park. I’m a Cobb County native and attended
the University of Georgia and Kennesaw State University. My husband
and I have 5 amazing children and 2 dogs. I’m looking forward to
another great year at Sedalia Park!
Hi! My name is Michele Harrison. I am a mother to a sweet and sassy
3 year old daughter. I have taught 1st and 2nd grade for 11 years.
I graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and
my Master's degree in Instruction and Curriculum from the University
of South Florida in Tampa. I was born in Germany but Tampa, Florida
became home. I look forward to a successful year!
Get to know more about Ms. Harrison HERE!
3 year old daughter. I have taught 1st and 2nd grade for 11 years.
I graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and
my Master's degree in Instruction and Curriculum from the University
of South Florida in Tampa. I was born in Germany but Tampa, Florida
became home. I look forward to a successful year!
Get to know more about Ms. Harrison HERE!
Hello! My name is Samantha James and this is my fourth year teaching.
This is also my first year teaching first grade at Sedalia Park! I was raised in
East Cobb and graduated from Georgia College and State University in 2016.
I have a cat named Lincoln and just adopted a sweet Beagle-Bull puppy named
Lucy. I am so excited to learn and grow with the kiddos and am looking forward
to a fun and successful year at The Park!
Get to know more about Mrs. James HERE!
Hi! My name is Cece Richard. This is my seventh year teaching
but my first year with Cobb County and The Park. I grew up in
Youngstown, Ohio but have been a resident of Georgia for 20 years.
I graduated from Kennesaw State University, and I'm currently
finishing my Master's degree. My husband and I have two wonderful
daughters, Maddy (16) and Sophie (12). We also have a cat and two
guinea pigs. I'm looking forward to exciting things in first grade this year.
Hello! My name is Kendall Scales and this is my fifth year teaching. I have been
in 1st grade at Sedalia Park for all 5 years! I am a Cobb County native and graduated
from The University of Georgia in 2016. I just graduated with my Master's in Early
Childhood Education through Kennesaw State University this July. I am a dog-mom
to the sweetest German Shepherd and Golden Retriever, and I love to take them
hiking when I have a moment of free time. I am so excited for another fabulous year
at The Park, and I cannot wait to continue developing a love of learning in our future
leaders!
Get to know more about Ms. Scales HERE!
in 1st grade at Sedalia Park for all 5 years! I am a Cobb County native and graduated
from The University of Georgia in 2016. I just graduated with my Master's in Early
Childhood Education through Kennesaw State University this July. I am a dog-mom
to the sweetest German Shepherd and Golden Retriever, and I love to take them
hiking when I have a moment of free time. I am so excited for another fabulous year
at The Park, and I cannot wait to continue developing a love of learning in our future
leaders!
Get to know more about Ms. Scales HERE!
Hello! My name is Julia Spendio, but as of September 26th, you'll now me as
Mrs. Berman because I am getting married! I moved to Georgia this summer
from Arkansas and I am so excited to be at Sedalia Park this year! I graduated
from the University of Arkansas with both my Bachelor's and Master's degrees.
This will be my fourth year teaching and my second year teaching first grade!
Aside from soon-to-be husband, I have two adorable Goldendoodles, Elsie and
Benny! I am looking forward to a great year and to making Cobb our new home!
Get to know more about Ms. Spendio HERE!