Greetings! I am Mrs. Demetria D. Brown-Fogle, a Fifth-grade teacher at Alyssa Ferguson Elementary School. It is important for parents and guardians to know their educators; therefore, I am sharing some information about my career, experience, and educational beliefs. I have been a certified teacher for grades Pre-K to Sixth Grade for twenty-eight years. I have taught all of those grade levels as well as all content areas (Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies, etc.). I graduated from Morris College in 1995 with a degree in Elementary Education. Later, I graduated from Walden University with my Masters' Degree in Designing Curriculum, Testing, and Assessments. Being a military wife and mom has given me the opportunity to travel and live in various areas where I have also held teaching positions. I continue to learn and grow as an educator to ensure that I use the best practices in my everyday teaching.

          In my classroom, I strive to teach the "total child", meaning that I help to create safe learning environments for my students that address their social and emotional needs as well as their academic goals. Our classroom family establishes expectations that foster excellence, learning, fun, and excitement.  As a Fifth Grade teacher, I am a part of the bridge of passage for your student (s), moving out of the Elementary grades and into Middle School. I am committed to working with our Fifth Graders and families to help each student have a successful school year. My goal is for each student to leave Ferguson ES prepared for the next huge step.....Middle School! I believe in strong teacher-family relationships, so there will be opportunities for us to work together throughout the school year. I am looking forward to having the best school year with all of our Fifth Graders and families!