My name is Laura Pekarek and I am from Cherryville, NC.  I attended UNC Charlotte where I earned my BA in Elementary Education.  After graduation I became a teacher at Costner Elementary School in Dallas, NC.  While teaching first grade, I earned my Masters in Library Science from Appalachian State University.  I began my job as a librarian in August of 2011 at Springfield Elementary.  

 

I also enjoy many things outside of school such as teaching dance, running, my pet cats, plus spending time with my family and friends.