Welcome to my website! My name is April Patriarca. I was born and raised in Massapequa, New York. I moved down to North Carolina nine years ago.My family came down here like a domino effect, just looking for a change. I fell in love with the history and beauty of North Carolina as soon as I came down here! I had received a B.A. in Psychology at SUNY Stonybrook while I was in New York. In North Carolina, I attended UNCC to obtain my teaching certification. I have been with CMS for six years. This will be my fifth year at Dilworth Elementary school.
When I am not at school, you will most likely find me going out to eat, doing yoga, or going to the movies with my wonderful husband, Jim. We got married on June 27th, 2012. We have a puppy in her "terrible twos" stage, named Isla. She is a German Shepherd and we absolutely adore her! I have had the pleasure of playing in the Lake Norman Orchestra since I've been here (I play the viola/violin).
I absolutely love working with kids and love teaching at Dilworth! I work with a group of amazing people who inspire and encourage me on a daily basis. In my first year teaching I had won "New Teacher of the Year". Through encouragement and recommendations from administration, I have had the pleasure working for CMS on a literacy program called "Read.Write.Inspire" (differentiated workshops to support staff members of CMS).
I am very excited about this upcoming school year! I am looking foward to working with you all!
Contact Information:
[email protected] - I check my email on a regular basis before and after school. Please allow 24 hours for an email response. I may or may not have opportunities to check my email during school hours, therefore, please contact the office for emergencies and transportation changes. Thank you!
When I am not at school, you will most likely find me going out to eat, doing yoga, or going to the movies with my wonderful husband, Jim. We got married on June 27th, 2012. We have a puppy in her "terrible twos" stage, named Isla. She is a German Shepherd and we absolutely adore her! I have had the pleasure of playing in the Lake Norman Orchestra since I've been here (I play the viola/violin).
I absolutely love working with kids and love teaching at Dilworth! I work with a group of amazing people who inspire and encourage me on a daily basis. In my first year teaching I had won "New Teacher of the Year". Through encouragement and recommendations from administration, I have had the pleasure working for CMS on a literacy program called "Read.Write.Inspire" (differentiated workshops to support staff members of CMS).
I am very excited about this upcoming school year! I am looking foward to working with you all!
Contact Information:
[email protected] - I check my email on a regular basis before and after school. Please allow 24 hours for an email response. I may or may not have opportunities to check my email during school hours, therefore, please contact the office for emergencies and transportation changes. Thank you!