IRR
Ms. Cody Bowens
Hello, my name is Cody Bowens. I am thrilled to be a resource teacher at Trip Elementary School. I have been part of Trip ES since the day it opened. First, I was involved as a parent. Four of my five children attended Trip ES. I took time off to raise my children, but I always knew I would find myself working in the field of education. Next, I was active in PTA and worked closely with the school, teachers and parents. From there, I began substitute teaching and now a teacher. It has been a journey I have enjoyed and look forward to continuing to give back to the students and parents of Trip ES.
Ms. Khadijah Contreras
Hello Rams! I enjoy building relationships and connecting with students and families! I hold an Educational Specialist's Degree in Special Education from University of West Georgia. Additionally, I hold a Master’s Degree in Special Education and currently working on my second Master's degree. My Bachelor’s Degree is in Business Administration and Marketing from Oglethorpe University. When I am not teaching, I love to spend time with my husband and daughter, Sienna. I love to paint and create different products on Canva. I am so excited to be a part of a strong, energetic, and welcoming Trip Elementary Team!
Ms. Keeschia Frazier
I am Keeschia Frazier and I am a 5th grade Interrelated Resource Teacher. My husband and I are Air Force Veterans as well as Dallas Cowboys fans. We have three adult daughters who will travel to visit often. I love to walk, exercise, play board games, cook, sports, and hanging out with my family by the pool. I am so excited to be part of your child’s academic team to make this year a great success.
Email: Erin.Herringdine@gcpsk12.org
Ms. Erin Herringdine
Hello, my name is Erin Herringdine. I am excited to join the IRR team at Trip Elementary. I graduated high school from Gwinnett County Public Schools. I have been working in education since 2009. I have taught all grades k-5 but the younger grades are my favorite! I received my Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree from the University of Georgia in Special Education. I received my Specialist degree from Breanu in Early Childhood.
Email: mary.minnix@gcpsk12.org
Ms. Mary Minnix
My name is Mary Minnix and I am an Interrelated Resource teacher. I was born and raised in Miami, Florida and relocated to Gwinnett County with my husband and our two sons. I received my Bachelor's degree in Exceptional Student Education k-12 and have enjoyed every second of growing and learning with my students. During my free time, I love my time with my family and being a basketball mom to my boys. I cant wait to continue my teaching journey with Trip Elementary.
Mrs. Jody Reid
I'm excited to be part of the Grayson Cluster! I have a passion for teaching students of all abilities.
My husband teaches at Bay Creek Middle School, so we will be able to commute together. We are the proud parents of three amazing children who are products of Gwinnett County Public Schools.
I enjoy spending time with my husband, my children, and my dogs.
I enjoy spending time with my husband, my children, and my dogs.
Ms. Kristen Sapp
I am thrilled to be joining the Trip Elementary team!
Previously I worked at Starling Elementary and taught a variety of backgrounds and have a passion for working with students with disabilities.
I have a Bachelor's Degree from University of North Georgia with a dual degree for Early Childhood Education as well as Special Education and a Master's Degree from Piedmont College in Early Childhood Education. I am continuing my education with earning a Coaching Endorsement.
Outside of school I enjoy spending time with my two daughters and going to the mountains and enjoying the outdoors or spending time at the beach!
Mrs. Kerri Singley
Hi! My name is Kerri Singley and I am excited to be the Kindergarten Resource teacher. I have been involved at Trip Elementary since 2018. First, as a parent, secondly as substitute teacher, then full time stellar substitute. I graduated from Central Gwinnett Highschool and have a bachelor's in social science education from the University of Georgia. Go DAWGS! I live in Grayson with my son and husband.
Ms. Naomi Thomas
Greetings everyone! My name is Naomi Thomas. I have heard so many positive things about Trip Elementary and I am looking forward to joining the team as an IRR teacher for the 4th grade. While I started out on my journey to becoming a teacher as a paraprofessional in elementary school, I have spent the past four years at Alcovy High teaching 9-11th grade. I am so excited to be returning to elementary school and I can't wait to see what this year brings as I build new and meaningful relationships with my students, parents and staff.
I have been married to my wonderful husband for 19 years and we have two children ages 13 and 6.
When I’m not working, I’m spending time with my family and friends. We enjoy traveling 🧳 , cooking 🥘 , volunteering and playing games together.
Ms. Yonette Ratcliff-Vaughan
Hello! My name is Yonette Vaughan, and I’m thrilled to be joining the Trip Team as a 4th Grade Interrelated Resource Teacher. I was born in Guyana, South America, and moved to the United States when I was 10 years old. I’m married and a proud mother of two boys—my oldest is a graduate of Georgia Gwinnett College, and my youngest will be a 7th grader at Bay Creek Middle School.
I’ve spent many years working with children and have been teaching for several of those. I earned my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi and my Master’s degree from Capella University. Throughout my teaching career, I’ve had the opportunity to work with students diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disabilities, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, Specific Learning Disabilities, and Significant Developmental Delays. I’ve also co-taught 5th grade Science and Social Studies in a virtual setting and have served as an Interrelated Resource (IRR) Teacher across core subjects like language arts, math, science, and social studies.
When I’m not teaching, I enjoy watching movies, meeting new people, shopping on Amazon, and spending quality time with my family.
I’m really looking forward to an amazing school year and can’t wait to get to know my students and their families!
I’ve spent many years working with children and have been teaching for several of those. I earned my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi and my Master’s degree from Capella University. Throughout my teaching career, I’ve had the opportunity to work with students diagnosed with Mild Intellectual Disabilities, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, Specific Learning Disabilities, and Significant Developmental Delays. I’ve also co-taught 5th grade Science and Social Studies in a virtual setting and have served as an Interrelated Resource (IRR) Teacher across core subjects like language arts, math, science, and social studies.
When I’m not teaching, I enjoy watching movies, meeting new people, shopping on Amazon, and spending quality time with my family.
I’m really looking forward to an amazing school year and can’t wait to get to know my students and their families!