I have received my Batchelor's Degree in Elementary Education from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. 

I taught fifth grade for 5 years, fourth grade for 2 years and third grade for 4. I started out teaching at Parkwood Elementary School, then moved to Richlands Elementary School and I am now super excited to be teaching at Northwoods Elementary School. 

MEET THE TEACHER

My name is Jennifer Houston. I am a local girl, wife and mom to an 8 year old. I am your child's 3rd grade teacher for the 2016-2017 school year. This is my 11th year teaching, I have taught at Parkwood, Richlands and now Northwoods. I know this will be a super sparkly  year! 

I grew up right here in Jacksonville, North Carolina. I attended Parkwood Elementary, Northwoods Middle and Jacksonville High. I am the daughter of a retired physical ecducation teacher and  retired parks and recreation director. 

December 2006 I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a Bachelors in Science in Elementary Education. 

My Favorites:

Food: Sushi

Movie: Pitch Perfect 

Book: The Longest Ride 

Color: Pink and Glitter 

Drink: Chi Tea Latte, Sweet Tea and Water 

Sports Team: NC State (college), Baltimore Ravons (NFL), Baltimore Orioles (MLB)

Season: Summer 

Sport: Soccer 

Snack: Hummus and Pretzels 

Singer: Tim McGraw and Faith Hill

Hobby: Shopping and Running

Subject: Math

Store: Hobby Lobby and Target

Candy: Swidish Fish

Flower: Pink Roses