first grade

Ms. Adams began teaching at Jefferson in 2021, though she was first here as a student teacher in 2019. She has  Bachelor's degree in elementary education. 

Ms. Adams enjoys running, hiking, camping, science and cooking. She is married with two daughters, four cats and a rescue dog! She loves the thriving community of students, staff and parents at Jefferson.
 

Ms. Adams' birthday is December  9th. She enjoys El Mezcal restaurant and Loblolly ice cream. Gift card ideas are Target and Amazon. 

Mrs. Phillips holds a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from UALR and a master’s degree in Educational Theory and Practice from ASU. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Library Media from UCA.
Kim has taught for 15 years at Park Hill Elementary and Pine Forest Elementary. She has previously taught 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade!
Mrs. Phillips loves spending time with her family, reading, and baking! She lives with her husband, two children, and dog.

Mrs. Phillips birthday is March 4. Her favorite restaurants are Bruno's, Chuy's, and Chick-Fil-A. She loves Reece's and any chocolate- and a water with mango from Sonic! Gift card ideas are Amazon and Target.  She loves all flowers and her favorite color is blue.

Ms. Sears joins us as a new teacher in 2025.  She has 25 years of experience in education and spent 11 years teaching at Forest Park Elementary.  She left LRSD in 2021 and is excited to return as a first-grade teacher.  She has her Masters in Elementary Education, OG and Reading Recover trained, and is certified in Special Education and Elementary/Middle general education.   

Mrs. Sears has a daughter, son and a new rescue dog.  Her birthday is June 20 and she enjoys dining at Brave New, Kemuri, YaYas, and Three Fold.