Second Grade

I am a person that loves math, reading and learning in general. I love teaching and have taught for 25 years so far. This is my 26th year in education. I began teaching in 2000 and have never looked back. I believe that all children can learn and that all of them learn differently and at different paces. I am 60 years old, but definitely don't feel that age and try to stay young at heart. I went to three different colleges and have three different degrees. I have been a teacher and an A.P. I enjoy doing both jobs. I have learned CPR, been trained as an EMT, and gotten certified in Phlebotomy. I have an artificial left leg and use that knowledge as a way to teach students to respect and understand that all people are just people, not matter the issues they may have. I am married with no children of my own. I think of all my students as my babies once they pass through my class. They are always in my heart. I have a love of animals. I have dogs and cats and have owned horses. I've ridden and elephant and done indoor skydiving. I also enjoy art, different types of music and gardening, especially roses and hostas. And that is me.

Davida Patrick is a 2nd grade teacher here at LES. This is her third year teaching for Franklin County. She previously worked for Durham Public schools as an instructional assistant for three years and filled in as a substitute teacher for over 10 years. She graduated from NCCU in 2007 with a bachelor's degree in sociology. She loves spending time with her two children, David and LaKinzi. They enjoy fishing, shopping, reading and DANCING! Davida is really looking forward to a fun and successful school year.