My name is Amanda Dysart, and I love being part of the Trip Family. Teaching is my passion. I've taught pre-k, first grade, and fourth grade. I grew up in Gwinnett county going to Britt, Magill, Snellville Middle, and graduated from South Gwinnett. I'm a huge family person- my family means the world to me. I have wonderful parents and two older sisters. I'm "Aunt Manda" to two amazing nephews and two adorable nieces. I enjoy playing soccer and play on four indoor leagues. I love to travel. I've been to 19 countries so far .... :) 

Hello! My name is Colleen Keysar. I am super excited to be teaching 4th grade Reading and Social Studies at Trip this school year. I received my bachelor’s degree from Georgia College and State University. I can't wait to get to know each of you. Looking forward to a great school year! 

I'm so excited to join the 4^th grade team at Trip this year. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with my bachelor's from Georgia Gwinnett College in Early Childhood Education. My favorite subjects are math and science. When I'm not teaching, I love to play board games, travel, watch movies, and spend time with my husband, family, and friends. I can't wait to meet everyone and begin our journey through 4^th grade this year! 

Hello! I am Mrs. McCain and I teach 4th grade reading, writing, and social studies! I taught 4th grade for two years and coached high school track and field in Gainesville City before coming to Trip.  I graduated with a Bachelor of Early Childhood and Special Education from the University of West Georgia. I am currently attending North Georgia University for my Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. I love all things reading, writing, and social studies and am excited to be a part of the Trip Ram family! 

Hello! My name is Arian McClendon and I am excited to be a member of the Trip family. I graduated from the University of Georgia with a bachelors and masters in early childhood education. When I am not teaching, I love going to UGA football games and spending time with my husband Jadon, family and friends. I look forward to meeting my students and having a great year!

Bonjour! I am Mackie Miley and I am very excited to be a part of Trip Elementary. My education career started in Toulouse, France in 2010 where I taught ESOL classes for 6 months. After that, I knew I wanted to teach and travel so I ended up in Bangkok, Thailand working in a British International school for three years. I decided to return to the US in 2015 to get my Masters at Johns Hopkins University and, afterwards, I relocated to Georgia. I am currently the 4th grade DLI teacher and I absolutely love it! 

Hi everyone! I’m Abbigayle Van Lede. I was born and raised right here in Gwinnett County. After completing high school, I went on and got my degree in Early Childhood Education at the University of West Georgia, as well as getting my masters degree. Outside of school, I am always with my family or friends. I like to believe I am a social butterfly. I love spending time outside. Going hiking and being at the beach are my favorite things to do! I can’t wait to meet everyone and begin our journey together!

Hi, my name is Melissa Vargas and I'm so happy to be a part of the 4th grade team here at Trip Elementary! I am a wife and a mama to three beautiful children. I truly believe that you can absolutely learn something new every day! 

I'm really excited to be teaching 4th grade at Trip! I have taught 4th grade, 5th grade, and middle school special education. I received my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Georgia Gwinnett College. I also obtained my master's degree in Early Childhood Education from Piedmont College. To my teaching certificate, I have added my ESOL endorsement, Gifted endorsement, Reading endorsement, and a Special Education certification. I have a wonderful son, named Anthony Villanueva. He is the love of my life! In my free time from work, I love spending time with family and friends, running, and reading. This is going to be a great year! I am so excited to meet you all.

Hello! I am Alarie Pete Williams, and I am excited about joining the Trip Elementary Family.  I have been an educator for twenty-four years.  This will be my ninth year teaching fourth grade.  I have taught kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd grades as well.  I received my Bachelors degree from Georgia Southwestern State University in Computer Information Systems, my certification in Early Childhood Education from Albany State University, and my Masters and Specialist from Georgia Southwestern State University.  I am a proud mother of a nineteen year old son and have been married for twenty-four blessed years.  I enjoy spending time with my family and watching movies.  I am so excited about the coming school year!!