My name is Shana Patterson, and I am proud to be a part of Kingswood Montessori Magnet School!! I am from Raleigh, North Carolina, received a Bachelor's Degree from Barton College, and my Masters in Education from NC State University. This will be my 18th year with Wake County Public Schools and 14th year at Kingswood.

I have a true passion for working with our youngest learners!! Helping each child progress in all areas of their development—academic, social, language, and motor—is a challenge that I am honored to accept daily. I strive to create a community of learners that nurtures this growth in a positive, fun environment.

Personally, I love working out, running, and lifting weights. My new passion is golf.

I look forward to working together with you as partners in your child’s growth and development!!

I joined the Kingswood family in 2018. I am originally from the Detroit area in Michigan, where I began my teaching career. I graduated from Central Michigan University in May 2000, where I became certified to teach Pre-K through 12th-grade special education and Pre-K through 6th-grade regular education. I taught in Michigan for a year before heading south to NC for warmer weather.

Outside of school, I live with my husband Mike, son Jacob, and our chihuahua mix pup, Luna. I enjoy spending time with my family, crafting, running and yoga.

I began working with kids with disabilities early on through babysitting and I knew this was what I wanted to do. I have worked in a variety of settings, from summer camps, therapeutic recreation programs to both private and public schools, in addition to working for the Autism Society of NC as a community skills instructor and later as a family trainer.

I love working collaboratively with the amazing staff at Kingswood. We have several therapists and an amazing instructional assistant, Mrs. K. Working as a team with families and others on your child’s team helps us to create the best environment for kids to flourish and grow! I look forward to working with you and your child during their time at Kingswood!

I am a CCR Instructional Assistant. I have been at Kingswood for 8 years, but this will be my 18th year working with students. I enjoy spending time with my husband, daughter and three sons. I love crafting, gardening, and going on walks.

Hi, I’m Ms. Robin and I am the DD Preschool teacher here at Kingswood. I have been teaching at Kingswood for 13 years, but this is my 26th year teaching special education. I graduated from Clemson University (Go Tigers!) with my undergraduate degree in Special Education and later received my master’s in Special Education with a focus on Autism Studies from Portland State University.

I am the proud mom of a high schooler who currently wants to be an actress or preschool teacher someday! Together we enjoy arts & crafts, traveling and singing loudly to music in the car😊

Over the years I have had the honor of working with many amazing teaching assistants and therapists. Working with a team to create a classroom that supports and celebrates all kids, no matter their level of need, is my true passion and I can’t wait to have your child be part of our next adventure!

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I was raised in Cary and attended Cary Elementary, East Cary, and Cary High. I studied Accounting and Finance, Business Administration, Early Childhood Development, and Arts.

I have been working for WCPSS since 2017 as a sub then an IA then a sub again and now an IA. During that time I have always worked with special needs kiddos and I love it.

I have 3 kids ages 19, 15, and 5 and a dog named Luna and a cat named Secret. I enjoy reading (die-hard Agatha Christie fan), writing, and listening to music. 

This is my 13th year working at Kingswood. I began as an Instructional Assistant and am currently in my third year as a beginning teacher. I recently completed my licensure in Adapted Curriculum at William Peace University, building on my Bachelor's degree in Sociology.
With over 20 years of experience in the education field, I am deeply passionate about Special Education. I believe in every student's potential, regardless of their challenges, and find great fulfillment in creating learning experiences that empower students to overcome obstacles and achieve their fullest potential. Seeing my students grow and progress motivates my dedication to this field.
Originally from Goldsboro, NC, I relocated to the RDU area to pursue my college education. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy watching Turkish films with subtitles.

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I have worked at Kingswood for 3 years. I have an associates degree in education. I am married to my wonderful husband of 10 years, Chris. We have an amazing son Jordin. In our spare time we enjoying going to church, going to parks, and spending time together as a family. I'm looking forward to a great school year!