Hometown
Hampton, Virginia

Colleges/Universities attended

• Longwood University – Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

• Old Dominion University – Special Education certification

• Virginia Tech – Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies

Grade levels/subjects taught
Special Education services for Kindergarten through 5th grade, worked mostly with 4th and 5th grade; worked many different disabilities in pull out and push in settings

Places you have taught
Hampton City Schools

What are your hobbies?
I love spending time with my wife and kids. We can be found in a pool or on the beach soaking up the sun when we are not with the kids at their sporting events. My wife and I enjoy trying out new restaurants throughout Richmond. To keep my competitive spirit alive, I love to go golfing to enjoy the quiet scenery while playing.

Something students would be surprised about
Students would be surprised to learn that I played college baseball

What do you love most about working with kids?
I love how real kids are. Love it or hate it, they will tell you the truth more often than not. I love the innocence of our little ones and seeing the spark when a kid finally figures it out. I love how much I learn from kids. Whether they know it or not, I learn A LOT from them.

Where/from whom do you find inspiration?
My parents, without a doubt. They came to Virginia from Puerto Rico a little over 40 years ago with very little English speaking skills at the time and have overcome so many obstacles that has come their way. They were scared and took the leap of faith anyway. My mom stayed at home while raising us kids, while my dad pursued his dream of working as an Electrical Engineer at NASA. They are the reason I am where I am today and the “don’t quit” attitude they instilled in myself and my siblings. When things get hard, I think of how much harder it was for them. It definitely puts it into perspective for me.

Email: guillermo_gonzalez@ccpsnet.net

Hometown
New Kent, VA

Colleges/Universities attended

• Undergraduate: Virginia Commonwealth University (Bachelor of Science in Psychology)

• Graduate: Virginia Commonwealth University (Master of Teaching)

• Postgraduate: Longwood University (Administration and Supervision Endorsement)

Grade levels/subjects taught

I have taught K, 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. I have also served as a Title I Math teacher and Instructional Designer.

Places you have taught

• Richmond City

• Chesterfield County

What are your hobbies?
I love spending time with my husband and our two young boys. I also enjoy reading, traveling, and trying new restaurants in Richmond!

Something students would be surprised about
I have a twin sister but we are not identical!

What do you love most about working with kids?
Kids are authentic and find joy in little things. They are brutally honest – which I love! There is no greater reward than helping a student work toward a goal and watching them fill with pride and confidence as they continue to grow!

Where/from whom do you find inspiration?
My two little boys push me to be a better version of myself every single day. Wanting to be my best for them pushes me to be the best I can be for every child I encounter.

Email: noreen_ingram@ccpsnet.net

Hometown
Suffolk, VA

Colleges/Universities attended

• Undergraduate: Virginia Commonwealth University (Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Early & Elementary Education)

• Graduate: Virginia Commonwealth University (Master of Teaching)

• Postgraduate: Virginia State University (Master of Education in Educational Administration and Supervision)

Grade levels/subjects taught

I have taught  3rd and 4th grade. I have also served as a Kindergarten and 3rd grade Math Academic Architect.

Places you have taught

• Richmond City

What are your hobbies?
I am a lover of nature and discovering new historic markers in Virginia. I also enjoy trying new restaurants and rating them as if I were a professional chef.

Something students would be surprised about
I want to own a horse one day!

What do you love most about working with kids?
Kids are personable, honest, and full of life. They constantly remind me to view each day as another chance to grow and enforce a positive mindset. Kids are the future and their brilliance will change the world!

Where/from whom do you find inspiration?
I find inspiration from self-reflection on being who I needed when I was younger. When kids see me, I hope they see someone who is loving and has high expectations. I want students to feel empowered in their uniqueness and creativity.

Email: sharese_williams@ccpsnet.net

Hometown
Chesterfield, Virginia

Colleges/Universities attended

• Undergraduate: Virginia Commonwealth University- Bachelor of Science

• Graduate: Longwood University- Working towards Masters in Educational Leadership

Grade levels/subjects taught

Pk-5 Physical Education

Places you have taught

Chesterfield 

What are your hobbies? Most of my spare time is spent watching my kids do what they love--sports! During the summer I enjoy time on the golf course and fun day trips with my wife and kids. 

Something students would be surprised about

I attended Chalkley Elementary from JK-3rd grade. 

What do you love most about working with kids?
Their sense of innocence and wonderment. I love their curiosity of the world around them and seeing them have the “ah-ha” moments. 

Where/from whom do you find inspiration? My kids. I want to be an example of hard work, commitment, and excellence for them! 

Email: John-Paul_Gates@ccpsnet.net