5th Grade Bios

Mr. ChierichellaMr. Chierichella 5th Grade Teacher

Mr. Chierichella joined Coates Elementary in 2019. He joined FCPS in 2002. His undergraduate studies took place at The Pennsylvania State University. He attended Shenandoah University to obtain his Master of Science in Elementary Education. When not in school he enjoys travel, creating music, and spending time with family.

Ms Mayberry

Mrs. Mayberry 5th Grade Teacher

Mrs. Mayberry moves into her 22nd year teaching with experience ranging from 2nd to 5th with 6 of those years working students receiving advanced academics services. In the Spring of 2021, Mrs. Mayberry received her Master's Degree in Curriculum & Instruction with a concentration in Gifted Education. Outside of school, Mrs. Mayberry spends time with her husband, Neil and daughter, Abigail. Hobbies include cooking/baking, going for walks, listening to all types of music, shopping for anything Vera Bradley, and reading. I look forward to working with all students.

Mr. RackeMr. Racke 5th Grade Teacher

I'm starting my 3rd year here at Coates and looking forward to having a fantastic year!

Mrs. WhiteMrs. White 5th Grade Teacher

Mrs. White joined Coates as a 5th grade teacher in 2017. Originally from Fredericksburg, she attended the University of Mary Washington where she earned both her Bachelors of English and Masters of Science in Elementary Education. She loves traveling to see her family, taking her dog, Remy, to the park, and spending time with her husband.