I am originally from Maryland and moved to the Raleigh area seven years ago. I have a Bachelor's degree in Family Studies and Master's degree from the University of Maryland. I have fourteen years of experience teaching Pre-K, third and fourth grade. I am very excited to teach first grade and to help students succeed academically.
My name is Jil Birkner and I am excited to be starting my 6th year of teaching at Wake Forest Charter Academy! I am entering my 13th year with National Heritage Academies and I am super excited to be teaching First Grade this year!
I am a graduate from Wayne State University in Michigan. I have my Masters in Education from Wayne State as well. My husband and I have lived in Rolesville for just over four years. We have 3 children. My sons Peter and Joey moved to North Carolina with us. My daughter, Amanda, lives in Texas with her husband and dog Zoey.
Your child will have fun and of course learn a lot this year. I believe that teaching is more than teaching your child, but it is about creating a partnership with each family. I hope that with your help we will all be able to work together for a successful school year!
My name is Katherine Hamp and I am so excited about the opportunity to work with you and your child this year! I am extremely excited about the wonderful learning opportunities awaiting your child. I thought you would like to know a little bit about me.
I am married to my wonderful husband of 21 years. We have a son who is an eighth grader at Friendship Christian School. We have an adorable little dog named Braylin. Together, as a family, we enjoy camping and traveling. I like to workout, cook, and spend time with my friends and family.
This year will be my 22nd year teaching First Grade! Most of my teaching has been in the Central Florida area. However, my family and I moved to the Raleigh area in 2011 and I began teaching in the Wake County Public School System. I feel truly fortunate to be a part of Wake Forest Charter Academy. This year will be my fifth year at WFCA.
First Grade is a fundamental year in your child’s schooling. It is a year where your child will build upon their reading skills and grow not only in academic areas, but social and emotional, as well. I am looking forward to a partnership with you as we help your child reach his/her fullest potential. Please let me know if you ever have any questions or concerns. I look forward to a great year together!