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.
Lauren Krabitz
It only took three months in a cold call
sales position for me to realize that I missed my calling to be a teacher. I have always loved being in a school environment, and the office building was not for me. I soon returned to Towson University to pursue my Masters of Art in Teaching for Elementary Education. My first job was in Harford County at Deerfield Elementary. I taught fifth grade for three years at Deerfield. I grew up in the Towson and Mays Chapel area and always wanted to teach in Baltimore County. It was always my dream to find a job closer to home and I am thrilled to be a part of Timonium Elementary!
I have had the opportunity to work with several grade levels at Timonium, thriving in the opportunities that each grade level brings! After spending my first year at Timonium teaching in fifth grade, I decided that I wanted to experience teaching in a primary grade and made the move down to first grade! I enjoyed an amazing year filled with new experiences in first grade, but decided to make the shift up to fourth grade when a position opened up. After a few great years in fourth grade, I am excited for this new adventure in second grade at Timonium!
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
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.