Hi! I am Kelly Darst! I am married and we have 3 wonderful children and 1 very sweet dog! I have been teaching for 26 years. I have been at Wells for 11 years. I grew up in Fairfax, Virginia. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Mary Washington College and a Masters Degree in Education from George Mason University. I have taught preschool, kindergarten, first and third grade. My favorite authors are Eric Carle, Kevin Henkes and Tome dePaola. I love gardening, going on walks and going to the beach! I am looking forward to an amazing year!!