Welcome to Lawrence Orr Elementary First Grade! My name is Ms. Rebekah Leeper. This is my fourth year teaching first grade and my sixth year teaching. I have also taught Pre-K. My passion is teaching, inspiring and challenging children to love learning. My goal is to create 21st century learners. I am a lifelong learner myself. I have a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration and a Masters Degree in Childhood Education. I am originally from Mount Vernon, New York and have lived in Atlanta, Georgia as well. When I am not teaching, I enjoy cooking, watching and playing sports, traveling and spending time with my family. I am looking forward to a great year. I strive to create a positive and nurturing classroom environment and to build strong parent-teacher partnerships.