Our mortgage rates and options save you money. Lower rate. Lower down payment.
As a not-for-profit financial alternative to banks, Greenville Federal Credit Union offers ARM and fixed-rate mortgages that can save you money by combining a competitive rate and a lower down payment. Anyone who lives, works, worships or attends school in Greenville County can join the credit union. Contact us for details.
Two-year ARM
Initial rate and payments fixed for two years. The rate cannot change more than 1% every two years.
Find us: www.greenvillefcu.com
Greenville
Five/One ARM
Fixed Rate Mortgage
Initial rate and payments fixed for the first five years. After five years, the rate cannot change more than 1% each year.
3375 Pelham Road Greenville, SC 29615 864.371.6060
Greenville
1501 Wade Hampton Blvd. Greenville, SC 29609 864.235.6309
Call us for rates on 15 and 30-year fixed rate mortgages.
Greer
107 W. Church St. Greer, SC 29650 864.877.9089
Mortgage loans are subject to credit approval. Member NCUA. Š 2015 Greenville Federal Credit Union. All rights reserved.
Mauldin
142 Tanner Rd. Greenville, SC 29607 864.676.9066 Your savings federally insured to at least $250,000 and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States Government
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Greenville County Schools
“The foundation of my personal teaching style starts with a safe environment and understanding my students – how they learn and what motivates them to try. Once I figure this out, I adapt my style to meeting the needs of high, medium, and low-level learners all within one class.” - Cara McFarlane
First Runner-Up
Cara McFarlane Special Education Wade Hampton High
Third Runner-Up Second Runner-Up
Lori Nelson
School Counselor Paris Elementary “One of the amazing things about being a school counselor is the reality that we are the heart of the school. By working with teachers and parents, counselors provide necessary resources such as food, clothing and emotional support. Meeting the physical needs of students enables them to focus on learning and be successful in school.” - Lori Nelson
Kristen Griffin
Kindergarten Buena Vista Elementary
“From the time my students enter the classroom, they are learning. Every moment is carefully and purposefully planned to personalize instruction and stimulate a love of learning. Collaborating and communicating consistently with parents enables me to better understand my students’ distinctive needs.” - Kristen Griffin
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Krissy Black
Andi Buckless
Eighth Grade Math & English Language Arts Northwest Middle
First Grade Stone Elementary Academy
Amanda Catherman
Jennifer Murphy
Spanish Greenville Senior High Academy
Third Grade Robert E. Cashion Elementary
Matthew Phillips
Megan Schonhar
Biology Blue Ridge High
English Greer Middle College Charter High
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Greenville County Schools
2016-17 Teachers of the Year
Deb Blume Guidance A.J. Whittenberg Elem.
Jenna Key Fourth Grade Alexander Elementary
Laura Griner Media Specialist Armstrong Elementary
Katelyn Ammons Fourth Grade Augusta Circle Elementary
Carlon Steller Art Beck Middle Academy
Ben Miller Music Bell’s Crossing Elementary
Angela Adams Kindergarten Berea Elementary
Col. James Dowis AFJROTC Berea High
Elizabeth Harris Special Education Berea Middle
Peggy Johnson Special Education Blue Ridge Middle
Crystal Divers Social Studies Brashier Middle College Charter
Rachel Pinckney Fourth Grade Brook Glenn Elementary
Pam Wells Special Education Brushy Creek Elementary
Melinda Berry Third Grade Bryson Elementary
Mary F. Cole 6th Grade Science Bryson Middle
Amanda Stewart Science Carolina High and Academy
Stacie Gardner Media Specialist Chandler Creek Elementary
Cameron Brice Third Grade Cherrydale Elementary
Kelly Edwards Four-Year-Old Kindergarten Child Development Centers
Elizabeth Slatten First Grade Crestview Elementary
Tangie McKinney Cosmetology Donaldson Career Center
Gage McAngus 7th Grade English Lang. Arts Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle
Chelsey Troutman Second Grade Duncan Chapel Elementary
Victoria Gilbert Music East North St. Elem. Acad.
Brian Nyvall Biology Eastside High
Angie Carroll Special Education Ellen Woodside Elementary
Jamie Burkhardt Cosmetology Enoree Career Center
Teri Parker Lewis Theatre Fine Arts Center
Cam McDade Special Education Fork Shoals School
Susannah Gable Kindergarten Fountain Inn Elementary
Lynnette Bumgarner First Grade Gateway Elementary
Thom Brown Welding Golden Strip Career Center
Kim Searcy Fourth Grade Greenbrier Elementary
Marie Lemon 6th Grade Science Greenville Early College
Janie Wassynger 8th Grade English Lang. Arts Greenville Middle Academy
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2016-17 Teachers of the Year
Douglas Adomatis Physical Science Greenville Tech Charter High
Tabitha Pruitt Social Studies Greer High
Angela Caldwell Spanish Greer Middle
Cassie Rust Fourth Grade Grove Elementary
Carrie Lee Fourth Grade Heritage Elementary
Linda Ray English Hillcrest High
Stephanie Hydrick Third Grade Hollis Elementary Academy
Carrie McCain Guidance Hughes Middle Academy
Eddie Squires Welding Technology J. Harley Bonds Career Ctr.
Sarah Blake Spanish J.L. Mann High Academy
Kerry Quinn Special Education Lake Forest Elementary
Eyvette Schrimmer Instructional Coach Legacy Charter School
Tiffany Gemmell Third Grade Mauldin Elementary
Greshan Charlton Guidance Mauldin High
Christy Batson Media Specialist Mauldin Middle
Nicole McGaha Fourth Grade Mitchell Road Elementary
Paula Hodnett Special Education Monarch Elementary
Kristi Kendrick Guidance Monaview Elementary
Jody Dill Special Education Mountain View Elementary
Dhara Baiden 8th Grade English Lang. Arts Northwood Middle
Mary Downing First Grade Oakview Elementary
Carrie Garrison Special Education Pelham Road Elementary
Trish Cleghorn Third Grade Plain Elementary
Quentin Grant Special Education Ralph Chandler Middle
Karen Becker Biology AP & Honors Riverside High
Kaci Roper 7th Grade English Lang. Arts Riverside Middle
Kelly Tetzlaff Kindergarten Rudolph Gordon Elem.
Jamie Taber Special Education Sara Collins Elementary
Brandon Smith 6th Grade Social Studies Sevier Middle
Christine Mack Kindergarten Simpsonville Elementary
Angie Bryant Art Skyland Elementary
Meggie Nelson Third Grade Slater-Marietta Elementary
Nantambu Calhoun 6th Grade English Lang. Arts Lakeview Middle
Monti Galloway-Smith Special Education Hillcrest Middle
Rebecca Lynn Leonard Strings League Middle Academy
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School Teachers of the Year
The process of selecting the ten finalists began last fall when schools and centers selected their individual Teachers of the Year. Applications were reviewed by a Screening Committee. Five judges then selected the Top Ten finalists and the District Teacher of the Year.
Greenville County Schools 2016-17 Teachers of the Year
How Are the Finalists Chosen?
Each Top Ten candidate for Greenville County Teacher of the Year is judged on the nine areas included on the application form, a classroom visit, and an interview. In the classroom, judges observe the teacher’s command of subject matter, classroom environment, communication skills, enthusiasm, creativity, and classroom management skills. During the interview, candidates are judged on his or her use of effective communication skills, organization of response, knowledge and command of subject matter, and substance and relevance of response. The judges were Lillie Lewis, Southern Wesleyan University; Kelly Nalley, former Greenville County Schools and South Carolina Teacher of the Year; Dr. Betty McConaghy, retired school administrator; Scott Powell, Rotary Club of Greenville; and Bill Tyler, Chick-fil-A.
Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees Seated, left to right: Patrick L. Sudduth, Glenda Morrison-Fair, Joy Grayson, Lisa H. Wells, Lynda Leventis-Wells, Derek Lewis. Standing, left to right: Debi C. Bush, Dr. Crystal Ball O’Connor, Kenneth E. Baxter, Roger Meek, Danna Rohleder, Charles J. (Chuck) Saylors. Lisa H. Wells 2016 Board Chairman W. Burke Royster, Ph.D. Superintendent The 2016-17 Teachers of the Year insert was produced by the Communications Department of Greenville County Schools. 301 E. Camperdown Way • P.O. Box 2848 • Greenville, SC 29602 INFOLine 864-355-3100 • www. greenville.k12.sc.us The School District of Greenville County does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, handicap, religion, or national origin in its dealings with employees, students, the general public, applicants for employment, educational programs, activities, or access to its facilities. For concerns, call the General Counsel at 355-8866.
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Brandi M. Richardson English Southside High Academy
Anna Dean Art Sterling School
Kristin Adams Second Grade Sue Cleveland Elementary
Katie Rabe Special Education Summit Drive Elementary
Matthew Weber 8th Grade Science Tanglewood Middle
Rebecca Hunter First Grade Taylors Elementary
Morgan Warner First Grade Thomas E. Kerns Elementary
Susan Ward Fourth Grade Tigerville Elementary
Francys Mesa Spanish Travelers Rest High
Sharon Russo Special Education Washington Center
Julie Hunt Third Grade Welcome Elementary
Sharon Roper Media Specialist Westcliffe Elementary
Aimee Kleckner Easterling Special Education West Greenville School
Christie Klessens First Grade Woodland Elementary
Catie Lynch-Miner English Language Arts Woodmont High
Erin Gill Drama Woodmont Middle
Teachers of the Year Recognized by Local Businesses The announcement naming Katie Saunders the 2016-17 Greenville County Teacher of the Year was made August 11 during a Teacher of the Year breakfast. Special awards and prizes were provided for the top Greenville County teacher and other honorees. Emerging Teachers of the Year The Emerging Teachers of the Year Program, sponsored by Greenville Federal Credit Union, recognizes a second or third year teacher at the elementary and secondary levels for outstanding performance. Each winner receives $500, a crystal award, and $500 for his/her school.
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors Bank of Travelers Rest, Chick-fil-A, Cowart Awards, Eplee & Associates, Expressions Unlimited, Greenville Federal Credit Union, Greenville Journal, Herff Jones Company, Hyatt Regency Greenville, Michelin North America Inc., Peace Center, Roost, Rotary Club of Greenville, Sam’s Club, The Greenville News
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Lower rate. Lower down payment.
As a not-for-profit financial alternative to banks, Greenville Federal Credit Union offers ARM and fixed-rate mortgages that can save you money by combining a competitive rate and a lower down payment. Anyone who lives, works, worships or attends school in Greenville County can join the credit union. Contact us for details.
Two-year ARM
Initial rate and payments fixed for two years. The rate cannot change more than 1% every two years.
Find us: www.greenvillefcu.com
Greenville
Five/One ARM
Fixed Rate Mortgage
Initial rate and payments fixed for the first five years. After five years, the rate cannot change more than 1% each year.
3375 Pelham Road Greenville, SC 29615 864.371.6060
Greenville
1501 Wade Hampton Blvd. Greenville, SC 29609 864.235.6309
Call us for rates on 15 and 30-year fixed rate mortgages.
Greer
107 W. Church St. Greer, SC 29650 864.877.9089
Mauldin
142 Tanner Rd. Greenville, SC 29607 864.676.9066
Mortgage loans are subject to credit approval. Member NCUA. © 2016 Greenville Federal Credit Union. All rights reserved.
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