Stacy Kelly
I began my college career, not with the 
hopes of
becoming an educator, but with the desire to become a computer accountant. It took only a few semesters for me to
realize that crunching numbers and sitting in front of a computer were not my
cups of tea. With some encouragement
from friends, I began taking education classes.
It was during that time I became hooked on teaching .I graduated from
Villa Julie College with an Elementary Education degree in December of 1995,
and in the spring of 1996 I was hired as a long term substitute for a second
grade classroom here at TES. I was
thrilled to be brought on as a full time teacher by the end of that school
year.
Second grade is where I stayed until I received my
graduate degree in Reading Education from Towson University. I spent two years working as Timonium’s reading specialist,
servicing children in kindergarten, first, second, and fifth grades. I enjoyed the chance to work with many TES
students, and I learned a great deal about reading instruction while holding
that position, but I missed the classroom atmosphere and teaching multiple
subjects. It was back to second grade
for me!
I am incredibly fortunate to have spent my entire
teaching career at such a wonderful elementary school. The teachers/staff and TES families are
dedicated to making learning a number one priority for all children.
Betty McCue
My love for teaching began when I was a teenager in high school. Then I was teaching younger children to ride and I knew that I would continue to be some kind of educator. I grew up on a farm in Virginia and graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in Elementary Education. In Virginia, I taught kindergarten, first grade, and second grade. After moving to Maryland, I was fortunate enough to be hired by Baltimore County. I taught at Winand Elementary School, then Fifth District Elementary School, and finally here at Timonium Elementary School.
When I came to Timonium Elementary School in 2001, I found myself surrounded by the most committed people. The staff is outstanding and dedicated to the growth of the students. I am fortunate to be part of the second grade team.
Cheryl Barry
I was born and raised in California 
and I came to
Maryland by way of Portland, Oregon where my two children were born. I
graduated from San Jose State University with a BA in Journalism and I worked
in advertising for 11 years before my move to the east coast. I began teaching
in 2003 and I received my Master's in Education Leadership from the College of
Notre Dame of Maryland in 2010 and a Master’s degree in Reading
Education at Towson University in 2016.
I’m an avid walker. I also enjoy reading, watching
sports, and traveling with my friends.
As a second grade teacher, I am blessed to help
young children develop a love of reading and writing. It is truly amazing to
watch them grow into confident thinkers and responsible and respectful young citizens.
I look forward to working with your children and watching them blossom
this year.
Laura Kovatch
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I grew up
in York, Pennsylvania and went to Penn State University. I am a college
football fan at heart but will always support the Ravens on any given Sunday. I
started my teaching career in Northern Virginia where I taught first grade in
Prince William County. I missed home and decided to move back to Pennsylvania.
I began teaching 4th grade at Pot Spring Elementary as a long-term substitute.
From there, I was hired at Fort Garrison Elementary where I have been for the
past 5 years, two in 4th grade and three in 2nd grade. I have a strong passion
for teaching reading and helping students succeed! I am excited to embark on my
new journey as a Timonium Dolphin and become part of the amazing school family
and community.