1. About Me! PowerPoint Assignment #1

2. This Is Me! Meredith Duncan1

3. Me!  Hi! My name is Meredith Duncan.  I was born on December 18, 1987, in Greenville, SC, to Lynn and Karen Duncan.  I have one sister named Kayla who is also a teacher. Meredith Duncan2

4. Education  I graduated from Travelers Rest High School in 2006.  I then went on to North Greenville University where I received a B.A in Early Childhood Education in 2010. North Greenville University - "Where Christ Makes the Difference“. North Greenville University - "Where Christ Makes the Difference“  I received my M.Ed from Furman University in 2011.  I am now a first grade teacher at Gateway Elementary School. Meredith Duncan3

5. Gateway Elementary  At Gateway I teach first grade, which I love!  I love the school’s environment and the friendly students I see each day.  I know this is where God wants me to be.  Welcome to Gateway Elementary School Welcome to Gateway Elementary School Meredith Duncan4

6. My Family  I am very family oriented and love spending time with them.  We always seem to find time during our busy schedules to keep track of what is going on in each others lives. 5Meredith Duncan

7. My Family Cont.  The newest part of my family is my husband Josh.  Josh and I were married on June 25, 2011.  Josh is a Polysomnographic Technician and works at Southeast Regional Sleep Disorders Clinic. Official Website of Southeast Regional Sleep Disorders Center, Greenville, Anderson and Easley, South CarolinaOfficial Website of Southeast Regional Sleep Disorders Center, Greenville, Anderson and Easley, South Carolina Meredith Duncan6

8. Hobbies  I enjoy spending time with my husband. The beach is our favorite vacation spot!  I love to read and play with our Puggle named Daisy. Meredith Duncan7

9. Travel  One day I hope to travel all over the world to countries such as France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Greece, and many more! Meredith Duncan 8

10. My Faith MMy faith is very important to me and Jesus is my source of strength. MMy husband and I attend Marietta First Baptist Church, which is the church that I grew up in. Marietta First Baptist Church Meredith Duncan9

11. Interests  I love watching football and basketball. I am a huge Gamecocks fan.  I also enjoy listening to many different types of music. Meredith Duncan10

12. Goals  As a teacher I hope to be an example to my students. I want them to see that learning is fun.  Not only do I want my students to learn the basics of math, science, etc…, but also the fundamentals of life.  I want to create an enriched learning environment. Meredith Duncan 11

13. The End!  I hope you enjoyed learning a little bit about me.  I look forward to being your teacher this year! Meredith Duncan12