Third Grade Team
| Ms. Balangyao 3rd Grade Teacher |
Mrs. Chicas has a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and has taught first, third, fourth, and sixth grade in FCPS. This is her second year teaching third grade at Coates Elementary School! When she isn't teaching, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children. |
Hello, my name is Jessica Howard. I graduated from George Mason University. I previously taught as a preschool teacher and I am looking forward to teaching 3rd grade teacher this year. |
| Ms. Lee 3rd Grade Teacher |
I've been in education 20+ years. Teaching in Los Angeles Unified and Compton Unified School Districts as well as Adjunct Professor with Chapman and National Univ. Favorite subject to teach is Language Arts with emphasis in writing. |
Hello! My name is Kandice Solotruk. This is my third year of teaching! I am so excited to continue growing in my teaching at Coates. I love teaching 3rd grade AAP and love learning along with my students. I am originally from Pennsylvania and love visiting my family! Outside of school, I love spending time with my cat Shelley and enjoy reading. |
Mrs. Chicas
Ms. Howard
Dr. Plesa
Ms. Solotruk