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Ms. Brittney Gillies

Greetings Marlins!  Welcome to the 2022-2023 school year!  

My name is Brittney Gillies and I am ecstatic to be your scholars 4th grade ELA and Social Studies teachers this year at Marshall Elementary! I was born and raised in Brooklyn , New York and moved to Houston in 2011.  I graduated from Virginia State University with a B.A in History . I then went on to obtain my M.A from Texas Southern University in 2015. My hobbies include spending time with my two kids Junior and Nevaeh , reading , and traveling .

With your partnership, I look forward to making this year a SUCCESS for our 4th grade Marlin’s.

-“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” 

-Nelson Mandela 

Virtual Classroom: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/12CvFt-A3_YypIiOlZtia9dt4xJCKXPypAmbkZ-G_YKA/edit

Email:  bgillies@springisd.org

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Mr. Rylan Curtis

Greetings Marlins! Welcome to 4th Grade! 

I am Rylan Curtis. I am a proud graduate of Florida A&M University with a Bachelor's in Allied Health Sciences. This will be my first year teaching at Marshall Elementary. 

During my free time, I enjoy exercising, spending time with family,  and watching movies. My favorite movies are Marvel superhero movies and I am looking forward to having a “Marvel-ous” school year. 

I expect students to come with positive attitudes and be ready to learn everyday! I am super excited to meet all of my Marlin family. 

Email: RWALKE3@springisd.org

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Ms. Chanel Thompson

Welcome to the 4th grade Marlins! 

This will be my 6th year at Marshall and my 12th year teaching. I graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor's in Communication Science and obtained my dual Masters from Adelphi University in General and Special Education. 

During my free time I enjoy spending time with my daughter,Chloe, who will be starting Pre-Kindergarten this year! Together, we enjoy exploring Houston events and activities.

Math/Science is such an engaging topic and I look forward to helping students achieve their goals this year! Feel free to reach out to me during my conference time: Monday and Thursday between 2:25-3:15 p.m.

View our class interactive notebook: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DjiNNBQaX68N6Mg6e7UAcDwcWFcbKQ1mKaDXQGecRuE/edit?usp=sharing

Follow us in the Virtual Classroom: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSXdVd9YHQBFlWSgXTeAwZyI01msHzKeT4s-BLHgbZMCprhU9GA3qz56upIXWQ2XFGxsQUW7x2XT3tV/pub?start=true&loop=false&delayms=5000

Cthomp4@spingisd.org

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Ms. Arlecia Dixon

Hello to my Marlin Movie Stars!!!

My name is Ms. Dixon and I am so elated to be your 4th grade reading teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. This will be my first year at Marshall, but my 4th year of teaching. I am a proud graduate of Sam Houston State University where I received a degree in early childhood education. 

During my free time I enjoy shopping, watching movies, and spending time with my family. My favorite color is pink and my favorite snacks are cheese it crackers and any type of chips!!!

Our classroom theme this year is Hollywood/Movies. I am looking forward to having fun and POPPING open some good books! So put on your 3D glasses and let's enjoy the show. 

I expect every scholar to come with their best attitudes and thinking hats. We are a family and we win as a team. Can’t wait to meet each and every one of you! 

Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” 

—Malcolm X

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Ms. Diana DelaFuente

Hola Marlin Family!

My name is Ms. Diana DelaFuente. I am very excited about the upcoming school year. This will be my first year at Marshall, in which I will be teaching 4th Grade Reading and Math. 

I was formerly at Burchett Elementary from 2009 to 2022. I have received various recognitions, including Rookie Teacher of the Year, Teacher of the Month, ACE Committee Member of the Month, and the honor of being Recognized by the United States Department of Education! 

I earned a General Studies Bachelor’s Degree from Lamar University focusing on three cores:  English, Sociology and Criminal Justice. I made the President’s List and received an award for Most Outstanding Mathematical Student.

I am a mom of an amazing son, Noah, who graduated from Spring HS 2021 and received his welding certification earlier this year. I have two fur babies that rescued me, Foxy and Charlie.  🧡🐾🧡

I am a big believer that learning should be fun! I like to dress up on special days along with the kids like Red Ribbon Week. My "Jack Sparrow" look is a work in progress as I cut my long hair recently and donated it to Wigs for Kids. I am a supporter of helping our community however we can.

Let the fun begin! 🎉

You may contact me via Class Dojo or email:  jdelafue@springisd.org

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Mrs. Sandra Zegada (Bilingual Teacher)

Hola! Mi nombre es  Sandra Zegada. Soy Boliviana, vivo  en Houston desde el 2015. Soy Licenciada en Economía Agrícola, y tengo un posgrado en Educación Superior. Estudié  en la ciudad de Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Universidad NUR. Sin embargo, mi pasión por enseñar me orienta hacia la educación y soy  maestra desde el 2000. Trabajo para Spring ISD desde 2016. Empecé a trabajar aquí en Marshall como maestra bilingüe de todas las materias  en tercer grado, Los anteriores dos años comencé a enseñar  cuarto grado  en las materias de Matemáticas y Ciencias. Este año estaré con ustedes enseñando Matemáticas, lectura, escritura, ciencias y estudios sociales Me encanta enseñar a los niños, pues tienen muchos deseos de aprender. Ya estoy ansiosa por empezar este año 2022. Se que con su ayuda lograremos enseñar a sus niños no solo la educación académica, sino también su desarrollo emocional y de valores. 

En mi tiempo libre disfruto de mis 3 hijas que ya están casadas y me han dado tres hermosos nietos,  una  princesita y este mes de agosto  vendrá mi segunda nieta.  También me gusta leer, pintar, tejer, hacer crochet. Durante las vacaciones me gusta viajar y conocer nuevos lugares.No duden en contactarse conmigo si tienen alguna duda. szegadag@springisd.org

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