My name is Kiana Couch and I am looking forward to an amazing school year. I received my Bachelor’s degree in 2015 from the University of West Georgia. I began my career in Dekalb County working with grades 3 and 4. My favorite subjects are math and social studies. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family, taking trips the beach, and watching documentaries. 

Hello! I am Amanda Hernalsteen and I am very excited to join the 4th grade team! I am a native of Gwinnett County and I attended Gwinnett schools from kindergarten until graduating from South Gwinnett High School. I received my bachelor’s dual degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education from Western Governors University. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, shopping, and watching movies. I look forward to having a great and exciting year!

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! 

Hello, I'm Melanie Landinez, and I teach Social Studies, Science and Writing. I received my bachelors from Georgia Gwinnett College, go Grizzlies! 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 4th grade this year! 

Hello!  My name is Michele McAdams, and I am happy to be teaching fourth grade English Language Arts at Trip Elementary this school year.  I earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education from Georgia State University, a Master of Science Degree in Elementary Education from Walden University, and a Gifted Endorsement from Northeast Georgia RESA (Regional Educational Service Agency) in Winterville, Georgia.  I have over 20 years of teaching experience, and I am looking forward to many more years of teaching.  When I am not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, reading, listening to music, and being outdoors.  I am excited to work with you this school year.  Go Rams!    

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! 

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! 

Hello! My name is LeFran Mister. I am thrilled to be teaching 4th grade Reading and Social Studies at Trip this school year. I received my bachelor’s degree from Rust College in Mississippi and my master's degree from Montclair State University in New Jersey. I am looking forward to a great school year!

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!!