Melanie earned a B.S. in Elementary Education from Houston Baptist University. She holds Texas Educator Certificates in EC-4 Generalist, ESL and Gifted and Talented and has taught fourth grade at Cypress Christian School and third grade at Rummel Creek Elementary in Spring Branch ISD. While at Spring Branch she served on the Campus Improvement Team, served as Lead Teacher for three years, mentored new teachers in the school and hosted student teachers. Melanie has had extensive training and experiences that align well with the philosophy and methodologies at CTL. Melanie brings much energy, excitement and enthusiasm to her students and the entire CTL team.