Hello! My name is Angela Higgins. I have been a part of the Trip family since 2014! I attended Gwinnett County Public Schools from Kindergarten through 12th grade. I am so proud to teach in Gwinnett County! I have taught Pre-K, 3rd grade, and 1st grade. I believe that being a teacher is all about creating a positive and encouraging classroom where my kiddos love to have fun and grow. I try to create a classroom community where myself, students, and parents are all a team. I love to have class meet-ups outside of school for ice cream dates or park play dates! I live in the Grayson community with my husband and our two daughters. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family outside, going on walks,  playing with my girls, and watching tv. I am excited for another awesome year at Trip!

Bonjour ! I'm Mrs. Ilunga and I love being a part of the Trip family. I aim to be a lifelong learner, and I want to instill that love and desire to learn onto my students as well. I look forward to being your child's teacher this year. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family.

Hi! My name is Jessica Jarvis and I love being a part of the Trip Elementary family! Anyone who knows me, knows that I have had a passion for teaching my entire life, and I can truly say I am living my dream! I grew up attending and graduated from Gwinnett County schools myself, and earned my BS in early childhood education with ESOL and reading endorsements from Georgia Gwinnett College. Outside of school I love spending time outdoors with my husband, and two sweet baby girls, Tatumn and Indy. I look forward to an amazing year with the Trip Elementary family!

Trip friends...I am so glad to be a part of this wonderful school and community.  I have lived in Grayson for many years and have taught 1st, 3rd, and 4th grade.  I have three children and they are all a part of the Grayson Cluster schools. My family loves to visit Disney and we love all things Mickey Mouse.  We stay active with football, cheerleading, lacrosse and church activities.  I look forward to another wonderful year at Trip!

My name is Zilha Junuzovic. I am so thankful to be a part of the Trip family! I am originally from Bosnia. I lived in Germany for 7 years before moving to the United States. I attended Gwinnett County Public Schools for both Middle and High School. I graduated from Georgia State University and taught first grade for four years in Tucker. I truly enjoy teaching first graders and I am so excited to begin our journey together. In my spare time, I enjoy crafting, traveling , and spending time with my family. I am looking forward to a great year at Trip!

Hi!  I’m Mrs. McBride.  Teaching is an absolute passion of mine!  I am looking forward to being your child’s teacher this year!  It’s going to be a year full of fun, learning, and lots of adventures.  I believe that we are partners in your child’s education, and I hope you will join me in making sure your child has a fabulous year!  When I am not at school, I enjoy spending time with my wonderful husband and two beautiful daughters.

Hi! My name is Dana McDowell Sims, and I am thrilled to be a part of the Trip Family! Teaching has been my passion ever since I was a little girl! I have been teaching at Trip since 2018 and have taught fifth-grade language arts and first-grade. As a teacher, I aim to create a positive learning environment where students can learn and have fun! I received my undergrad degree from Georgia Gwinnett College and have a master’s degree in Reading Instruction from the University of West Georgia. I love watching the Atlanta Braves and spending time with my family when I'm not teaching. Our dog, Lola, takes up most of my time and is the cutest dog ever! I look forward to meeting my students and am excited about the new school year!