Mountain View Elementary PTO

06/22/2026

➗🔬✨ Welcome to Mountain View Elementary, Kristen Barrett! ✨🔬➗

We are excited to welcome Kristen Barrett to the Wildcat family as our new 5th Grade Math and Science teacher! Please join us in giving her a warm Mountain View welcome. 💙💛

📖 About Kristen:

“Hi! My name is Kristen Barrett and I will be joining Mountain View Elementary as a 5th grade math and science teacher!

I grew up on Long Island, New York, and attended UNC Charlotte for college. I fell in love with North Carolina and decided to make it my home. Thankfully, much of my family has made their way south as well! I have spent the last five years teaching on the coast in New Hanover County and began my teaching career in Union County.

I am entering my 13th year in education and have taught both 4th and 5th grade. This past year, I achieved National Board Certification, a milestone I am very proud of.

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time outdoors, going on walks and hikes with my boyfriend and our dog, Ranger, reading on rainy days, and exploring new places with family and friends.

I am excited to get to know the students and families of Mountain View Elementary and look forward to an amazing and exciting school year ahead!”

Welcome to Mountain View, Kristen! We are thrilled to have you join our team and can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make with our Wildcats this year. 🐾💙💛

06/19/2026

🌟💙 Please Join Us in Welcoming Our New Principal, Heather Kelly! 💛🌟

Mountain View Elementary is excited to welcome Heather Kelly as our new principal! Mrs. Kelly brings 20 years of experience in education and a passion for building strong relationships with students, staff, and families. We are thrilled to have her leading our Wildcat family.

📖 About Mrs. Kelly:

“My name is Heather Kelly, and I am honored to serve as the new principal of Mountain View Elementary. I am joining Mountain View from Mill Creek Middle School and bring 20 years of experience in education.

Throughout my career, I have served as a 5th and 6th grade Language Arts and Math teacher at Balls Creek Elementary and spent six years as Assistant Principal at Maiden Elementary before moving to Mill Creek Middle School.

Family is very important to me. I have three adult children: Sam, 26, a Lenoir-Rhyne graduate who is getting married on June 27; Makenzie, 27, an NC State graduate who lives and works in Charlotte; and Christian, 23, an Elon graduate who recently completed a year-long internship with Disney and is preparing for a move to Los Angeles.

When I’m not at school, I enjoy camping, hiking, gardening, and spending time with my Labrador, Mae.

I am excited to join the Mountain View family and look forward to building relationships with our students, staff, and community. Together, we will continue the tradition of excellence that makes Mountain View such a special place.”

Welcome to Mountain View, Mrs. Kelly! We are excited for this new chapter and look forward to all that we will accomplish together as a school community. 🐾💙💛

06/17/2026

🔬✨ Welcome to Mountain View Elementary, Malli Mason! ✨🔬

We are excited to welcome Malli Mason to the Wildcat family as our new 6th Grade Science teacher! Please join us in giving her a warm Mountain View welcome. 💙💛

📖 About Malli:

“Hi! My name is Malli Mason and I am beyond excited to be joining the MVES family this year as a 6th grade science teacher.

I graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Psychology in May. Throughout my internships and student teaching experiences, I was able to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues that strengthened my passion for teaching.

Beyond the classroom, you can usually find me spending time with family and friends, baking, or soaking up the sun at the beach. My favorite place to visit is Charleston, South Carolina, where I love making memories with my mom.

One of my most valuable internships took place at Mountain View Elementary, and I am thrilled to be returning to a school that feels like home. I can’t wait to grow alongside my students this school year!”

Welcome back to Mountain View, Malli! We are so excited to have you as part of our team and can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish with our Wildcats. 🐾💙💛

06/15/2026

🍎✨ Welcome to Mountain View Elementary, Andrea Parks! ✨🍎

We are excited to welcome Andrea Parks to the Wildcat family as our new 2nd Grade teacher! Please join us in giving her a warm Mountain View welcome. 💙💛

📖 About Andrea:

“Hi! I’m Andrea Parks, and I’m excited to join Mountain View Elementary as a 2nd Grade teacher this year!

I’m from Lincoln County and recently graduated from Lenoir-Rhyne University with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Special Education. Through student teaching, I discovered my passion for helping young learners grow both academically and personally.

Outside of school, I’m getting married this July and enjoy spending time with my fiancé and our dog, Annabelle. I also love being outdoors, making memories with family and friends, visiting the beach, and pursuing real estate.

I look forward to building relationships with students and families and becoming part of the Mountain View community. I can’t wait for a great school year!”

Welcome to Mountain View, Andrea! We are so glad you’re here and can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make on our students and school community. 🐾💙💛

06/09/2026

Join us in welcoming our new principal, Heather Kelly, to Mountain View Elementary! 🎉🍎

We are excited and look forward to all the wonderful things ahead for our school community under her leadership.

Welcome to the Mountain View family, Heather!

05/30/2026

This past week we celebrated seven incredible educators as they begin a new chapter, retirement! 🎉🍎

Thank you for the countless lives you have touched, the lessons you have taught, and the love and dedication you have poured into education throughout your careers. Your impact will be felt for years to come through the students, families, and colleagues you have inspired along the way.

Mountain View is grateful for your service and commitment to making a difference every day. We wish each of you a retirement filled with joy, relaxation, adventure, and all the things you love most.

Congratulations to our 2026 retirees! ❤️

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