NAME: Melissa Scott
CAMPUS: Reagan Elementary
TITLE: 5th Grade Science Teacher
YEARS WITH AISD: 4 years
WHERE ARE YOU FROM? WHAT SCHOOL DID YOU ATTEND? I was born and raised in Abilene, and after graduating from Wylie High School I went on to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas A&M University. After graduation, I worked in Belton ISD teaching math and science for several years. In 2014, I received the opportunity to move back to Abilene to become a 5th grade teacher at Reagan Elementary. Currently, I am earning a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Texas in Arlington.
TELLS US ABOUT YOUR FAMILY My husband and I met while attending Texas A&M. He currently works as a detective with the Abilene Police Department, and this summer we will be celebrating four years of marriage. My parents have been in Abilene for a little over 35 years. I have two younger siblings. My sister lives and works in Dallas with her husband and my brother is finishing his mechanical engineering degree at West Texas A&M in Canyon.
TELL US SOMETHING INTERESTING ABOUT YOURSELF My husband and I love to travel. I really enjoy experiencing new and different cultures and appreciating the world around me. We are always planning our next trip and adventure!
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF YOUR JOB? I love designing experiences that interest and motivate my students. I really enjoy working with students that come from challenging situations and working to help them be successful.
WHAT HER BOSS SAYS ABOUT HER: “Melissa is a natural leader and an asset to any team that has the privilege to work with her. She is positive, self-motivated, flexible and intelligent. She consistently goes above and beyond to excel and sets high expectations for herself and others. Campus administration and her peers value her dependability and expertise. She is a role model for hard work and dedication to the entire school community.” – Chris Halifax, principal, Reagan Elementary School
