Grade 5: Meet the Teachers

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    Angela Bailey, 5th grade teacher, Team Leader
    I look forward to a year filled with learning, discovering, and fun while teaching. Although this is my first year teaching 5th grade at CCES, it’s my 10th year teaching 5th grade in Montgomery County Public Schools. As an educator, I have passionately taught a variety of students -  from preschoolers to adult learners, earned a Master’s degree in Elementary Education from Johns Hopkins University, and am currently working towards my National Board Certification.  In addition to teaching, I love reading, cycling, new adventures, theater, spending time with my family - which includes my dog, Paisley, and imponderables.
    Diana Viereck, 5th grade teacher
    I was born and raised in Montgomery County, MD, and even went to nearby Seven Locks ES, Cabin John MS, and Churchill HS! I've been a teacher since 2012, and have taught 5th year for the last few years. On the weekends you'll find me running the Capital Crescent Trail, eating burritos and Korean food, or trying to wrangle my 3 kids (14, 11, and 5) into spending time with me and my husband.  I feel super lucky to be joining the CCES family, and growing roots in the community.
    Chu Eunice Chu, 5th grade teacher, Center for Enriched Studies
    I came to CCES in 1994 fresh out of graduate school and originally taught 3rd grade. Since then, I've also been an instructional specialist and the science lab teacher at the school. In 2010, I joined the Center for Enriched Studies and haven't looked back! My undergraduate degree is in Accounting, and I hold a Master of Arts in Teaching and a Master of Education in Education Policy and Leadership with a specialization in Curriculum Theory and Development.  Apart from teaching, I love learning through reading and new experiences, running, gardening and spending time with my family. I also love sushi, ramen and chocolate chip cookies!
     Gleason, A.  Amy Gleason, 5th grade teacher, Center for Enriched Studies
    I been at Chevy Chase since 2005 after having taught in Prince George’s County for seven years. Throughout my career I have taught fourth through sixth grade, with the vast majority of my time happily teaching science and social studies. I attended Frostburg State University for my undergraduate degree and received a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from McDaniel College. I love spending time with my family and friends, reading, baking, traveling, and going out to movies and to restaurants.
    Click here for Mrs. Gleason's class website    
    Luster Josephine Luster, 5th grade teacher, Center for Enriched Studies
    I grew up in New Jersey and moved to Maryland after graduating from the University of Maryland.  Go Terps!  I was a fourth grade teacher before I joined CCES's HGC program in 2006.   I earned my Master's Degree in Curriculum & Instruction and am a National Board Certified Teacher in the area of literacy.  In my spare time I enjoy reading, playing piano, traveling, and spending time with my husband and our two children.  I truly love learning and sharing that love with my students.
    Click here for Mrs. Luster's Class website