I'm excited to kick off another year with our amazing ESL students at Green Elementary! My name is Catherine Casarez, and I graduated from N.C. State University in Anthropology and Spanish. I am currently pursuing a Master’s in ESL to further support our students and ensure they have the best opportunities to succeed. I've had the privilege of teaching English in Spain and El Salvador, and I bring those diverse experiences into every classroom. When I'm not teaching, I love spending time with my husband, our family, and training in jiu jitsu. I am looking forward to this year and the impact we will make together!

This school year is my eleventh year in education and my sixth year at Green. I have taught kindergarten at Green for the past five years and I am excited to be moving into the role of part-time ESL teacher this year! I grew up in Raleigh and am a former Green student! I graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill (Global Studies & Hispanic Linguistics) and Hunter College (master's in Early Childhood Education & Special Education, certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Outside of work, I love exploring Raleigh with my husband and our three-year-old son.

My name is Elizabeth Garcia and I am starting my 18th year in Education. I am new to Green Elementary and Wake County, moving from the Public Schools of Robeson County. I am the mother of 2 and enjoy spending my free time with them. 

Hello Green Families! I am Drena Gibbs, and this will be my third year at Green. This year marks my 29th year in education. Throughout my career, I have been an intervention teacher, classroom teacher, parent advocate and testing coordinator. I am so excited to be back in the role as Interventionist for the upcoming school year. As an educator, I have been afforded the opportunity to work with the most inspiring students and teachers. I know this school year will be just as rewarding. In my spare time, I love having long conversations with my 25-year-old son. That age group is quite interesting!

My name is Holly Goncalves and this is my second year at Green. I began my teaching career in 2007. I have taught PreK, kindergarten and first grade. I have been an intervention teacher for the past 11 years. I enjoy hiking, swimming, baking, and spending time with my family.

My name is Lori Guettler and I am one of the intervention teachers at Green Elementary. I have been teaching for 18 years as a classroom teacher or as an intervention teacher. I love working with students and seeing their progress in learning. I am originally from Massachusetts but have now lived longer in North Carolina. I am married and have 2 grown children. Some of my favorite things are painting, baking, running, Disney, and going to the beach. I am a University of Michigan fan, but for pro sports I cheer for the Massachusetts teams. I am very excited to be at Green!

My name is Abbie Joyner and I love being part of the Green family! I was born and raised in Nashville, NC. I graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a degree in Elementary Education (Go Heels!) and I have my masters in Curriculum and Instruction from NC State. I began my career in Wake County in 2005. Along the way, I have taught Kindergarten and second grade, been a reading and math interventionist and literacy coach. When I'm not at school, I love cooking, gardening, yoga and spending time with my family. 

My name is Marquita Morris, and I am passionate about education as an Instructional Coach. Beyond my professional role, I'm a dedicated mother of two amazing teenage daughters, Niasia and Saniyah. When I'm not busy supporting educators and students, I enjoy indulging in retail therapy and exploring the world through travel. My family is my anchor, and spending quality time with them brings me joy. With a blend of educational commitment and personal interests, I strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those around me!

Hi!  My name is Tricia Seymour and I am so excited about beginning my 15th year at Green.  I love being a part of the Green family and sharing this educational adventure with our students, my friends and colleagues.  I graduated from Meredith College and began to work with various professional associations.  After a few years, I became a stay-at-home mom with my boys, Schafer (25) and Mitchell (22).  I knew I had always wanted to be a teacher, so I began working as an Instructional Assistant at their elementary school.  I continued my education to become a teacher and, after 17 years in education, I know I made the right decision.  I live in Raleigh with my husband, Charlie.  I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, attending sporting events (Go Wolfpack), and reading thriller novels.