Hi, my name is Daphne Converse. I have been teaching kindergarten for 4 years and this is my 2nd year at Pate. I absolutely LOVE working at Pate! My classroom is full of love, hugs, and smiles everyday.
Hello, my name is Fouzia Rehman, I have been working at Pate for two and half years as a 5k Teacher Assistant. I have really enjoyed working and watching the students grow.
Hello, my name is Melanie Freeman. This is my third year at Pate Elementary and I am excited about the new school year. I've been teaching for many years but every year is unique as I learn about my new students.
Hello, my name is Mrs. Lovette. I have been at Pate for 6 years as a 5k assistant. I enjoy working with children and watching them grow each and everyday!
Hello! My name is Lacy Jackson. I received both my undergraduate and graduate degree from the University of South Carolina. I am certified in Early Childhood Education and Educational Administration. I am also Early Literacy certified by Clemson University. This is my 12th year in education! I have taught Kindergarten for 10 years and served 1 year as Pate's Literacy Coach. Teaching is my calling and my passion! I love what I do and our sweet Pate babies!!
Hello, my name is Virgil Wells, I've been at Pate for about 3 years now. I'm the product of two teachers. Little did I know that the passion for giving in me, would be fully targeted to to these students.
Hello, my name is ShaQuanna Lucas! I have been teaching at Pate Elementary for 2 years. It has been AMAZING being surrounded by talented and inspiring staff members at Pate. I am committed to creating a classroom environment where students are highly motivated, engaged, and LOVED! My daily motto is “Show up and give your best because your students deserve your best!”
Hello, my name is JoLynn Parnell, I have been at Pate Elementary for 7 years. I have been in child care for over 35 years and I am so blessed to have been allowed to do what I absolutely LOVE!!!
My name is Maley Parnell. I am going into my fifth year teaching, but my second at Pate! I taught first grade for 3 years, and this is my second year in kindergarten. I graduated from Francis Marion University with a degree in Early Childhood. I love teaching at Pate because we are truly a family! One of my favorite children's books is "Our Class is a Family" and that is true in my classroom- everyone is unique, everyone is special, and we all bring something to our classroom! I cannot wait for a new year of learning and cultivating a family at Pate!
Hello, my name is Pamela Jeffery. I’ve worked in Pate’s cafeteria for ten years, but this is my 2nd year as a teacher’s assistant. I’m really enjoying working alongside Mrs. Maley Parnell in our 5K classroom! My daily motto is, “There’s nothing that we can’t accomplish together!"
Hi, My name is Amanda Woodard. I live in Darlington with my husband, Wes, and our 3 young sons. I have been a kindergarten teacher for 17 years. This is my ninth year at Pate Elementary. I love teaching at Pate and watching the children learn and grow each year.
Hello, my name is Mr. Patrick. I have been at Pate for the past 5 years. I have loved my time here! I am also a bus driver for the district. When I was younger I went to Pate as a student and now I work in the same room that I was in.
