About Ms. Mann: I grew up in Raleigh and have seen many changes. Hilburn has been my school home for over 15 years. When I'm not teaching Kindergarten, or planning for Kindergarten, or thinking about Kindergarten, I enjoy spending time with my family. I also like to be outside ~ hiking, gardening, or just reading in the hammock.

Alumni: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Meredith College

Favorite Childhood Book: My favorite children's books are any books by Karma Wilson and Mo Willems.

Favorite Quote: "I've learned that people forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." -Maya Angelou

About: I was born and raised in New York. I lived in Las Vegas, Nevada for 11 years and moved to North Carolina with my family in 2007. I enjoy reading, cooking and going to the beach.

Alumni: SUNY College at Buffalo and UNLV

Favorite Childhood Book: Curious George and Harry Potter

Favorite Quote: "All students can learn and succeed, but not on the same day in the same way." William G. Spady