"Every child deserves a champion: an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best they can possibly be."     

Rita Pierson

Hello and welcome to my online classroom! My name is Melissa Bryant and I have been teaching at Briargate for 5 years. This school year, I am your 5th Grade, self-contained, Master Teacher. My students bring a lot of joy into my life and I am grateful for the opportunity to teach and learn from them! In my spare time, I enjoy reading, fishing, crafting, and spending time with my family.

My Educational Philosophy: I believe that every student has the potential to be great. It is up to us as educators to bring that greatness out of them and instill in them a sense of belief that they can accomplish anything they put their minds to. As an educator, it is important for me to celebrate every accomplishment, no matter the size, with my students. It is also my duty to motivate my students to become successful, independent, and lifelong learners to build an exceptional future.