Dear Parents/Guardians and Students,

My name is Ms. McDonald, and I am excited about this upcoming school year!

I am pleased and honored to be your teacher this year. I graduated from the University of South Carolina with my bachelor's in English and two minors in public relations and African American studies. I also earned my Master of Teaching from USC. 

As an educator, I teach because I want to encourage students to change society positively. I will do this by providing a safe and strong classroom community, whether it is in person or virtually, through discussing real-world issues and engaging students in multiple perspectives through diverse literature. I understand that this year is an unpredictable time for all of us. Everything can change in an instant; however, I still believe that this will be a great and unforgettable year for all of us as long as we keep open lines of communication and be patient with one another.