Meet Our Special Education Team!
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Mrs. Moore- ECS Teacher
About: Hi! I am a lifelong native of North Carolina, moving from Asheville to Raleigh in 2020. I am a graduate of William Peace University and recipient of their 2024 Exemplary Educator Award. I enjoy exploring the outdoors and traveling with my husband and kids. I am a soccer mom, coffee lover and former professional baker. My heart lies with helping our neurodivergent community reach their full potential. I look forward to embarking on my 4th year in the ECS Department here at Hilburn!
Alumni: William Peace University
Favorite Children's Book: The Rainbow Fish
Favorite Quote: "Differences of habit and language are nothing at all if our aims are identical and our hearts are open." — Albus Dumbledore Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
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Mrs. Hummel- ECS Pre-K Teacher
About: I received my Child Development degree and Birth through Kindergarten license from Meredith College and later completed my National Boards certification. I began teaching at Hilburn in the fall of 2003. I have a love for children from birth to five with special needs, and I enjoy finding their strengths and interests to help them grow and develop to their full potential. I'm originally from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and I love spending time with my four children—Alexander, Robert, Davis, and Mary-Rane—whether it's at swim team practices, swim meets, going to the pool, attending church, or just being at home. My husband Andy and I stay busy with all their activities.
Alumni: Meredith College
Favorite Children's Book: Goodnight Moon, The Mixed Up Chameleon, and Mrs. Wishy Washy
Favorite Quote: "'Every child deserves a champion - an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be." -Rita Pierson
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Ms. Hester- Instructional Assistant
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Mr. Runyon- Instructional Assistant
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Ms. Koopman- Instructional Assistant
About: I was raised in upstate New York. I love North Carolina weather. My favorite sport I play is pickle ball.Alumni: Meredith CollegeFavorite Childhood Book: Green Eggs and HamFavorite Quote: "Daily prayers diminish your cares." -
Mrs. Goudey- Instructional Assistant
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Mrs. Daurte- Instructional Assistant
About: I have been working at Hilburn for over 10 years in the Special Education department. I have three girls. Two of them attend Hilburn! My third is a three-year-old. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, crafting and party planning, shopping, playing tennis, and listening to music. I am excited about another year of helping children be their best daily!Alumni: Wake TechFavorite Childhood Book: Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon by Patty LovellFavorite Quote: Let go of who you think you are supposed to be; embrace who you are