Crystal McDonald graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Child & Family Development from Benedict College. She received a Master’s degree in Curriculum Design & Instruction and her teaching certification from UNC-Charlotte. She has worked in Columbia, Sc writing STEM curriculum and taught elementary school in Cabarrus County School before coming to Bradford. Ms. McDonald teaches 4th-grade ELA and has a passion for hands-on learning & STEM education. She lives in Charlotte with her fur baby Olive Joy. She enjoys reading, traveling, shopping, crafting, and spending time with her family and friends.