I am honored to continue serving students at Lake Murray Elementary school this 2022-23 school year.  This is my 15th year in education and my 11th year as an elementary school counselor. I started my career as a kindergarten teacher in Jackson, GA before moving to the district to teach at Harbison West Elementary School. With this being my 6th year at LMES, I am extremely excited to continue working with the students, families, and faculty at Lake Murray Elementary.

When I am away from school, I enjoy spending time with my husband, David, and our two daughters, Amelia and Adalyn. I also enjoy sewing, cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs, reading, and bible art journaling.

(Mrs. Dreher serves 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade.)

I am so excited to begin my first year at Lake Murray Elementary as one of your school counselors. This is my 14th year in education and my 10th year as a counselor. I proudly grew up in District 5 schools and graduated from Dutch Fork High. I previously taught special education preschool and first grade for 4 years in North Charleston before serving as a school counselor at Ballentine Elementary. 

I live in Chapin with my husband, two children, and our Pug! I love helping children learn and grow each day. I am looking forward to having a great 2022-2023 school year with your child! Please feel free to contact me. I am here to help!  

{Mrs. Whatley serves kindergarten and first grade.}