Meet the Teacher
Ms. Tecoyia Smith

Hello 3rd Grade Families,
My name is Tecoyia Smith and I am so excited to start my 13th year teaching!! I’ve taught 3rd grade for 11 years and 4th grade for 1 year.
I am a Harnett County native, and have attended Harnett County Schools from kindergarten to my senior year in high school, where I graduated from Western Harnett High in 2004. I used to be a Benhaven Bulldog when I was in grades 3-5. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in Social Work from Fayetteville State University in 2009. I later went back to obtain my elementary education licensure, and completed that program in 2011. I have a work-at-home part time job as a reservationist with Hilton hotels and resorts. This summer was my 8 year work anniversary with them. I enjoy the perks, benefits, and most of all...the travel!!
I am very excited to have your child in my class this year, and I always refer to my classes as “family”. I hold high expectations for my students and together, we will help your child be successful.
If you ever have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. I am very open and want the best for each of my students. I look forward to working with you as a team to meet the needs for your child.
Phone: (919) 499-4811
Email: tsmith5@harnett.k12.nc.us
Degrees & Certifications:
B.A. Sociology w/ Minor in Social Work - Fayetteville State University, 2009
K-6 Elementary Education Licensure, 2011
Daily Schedule
7:45~8:15 Buses Unload, Breakfast, Morning Work
8:15-8:30 Review Morning Work/Morning Meeting
8:30-10:30 ELA Core (Whole Group, Guided Groups)
10:30-11:00 Science/Social Studies/Health (Incorporated with ELA)
11:00-11:45 Enhancements/Planning
11:50-12:10 Finish Science/Social Studies/Health (or do a read-aloud)
*Prepare for lunch*
12:15-12:45 Lunch
12:50-2:00 Math Core
2:00-2:30 Recess
2:45 Announcements & Pack Up
3:00 Dismissal
Google Classroom
Google Classroom is free web-based learning platform that we use in third through fifth grades.
In order to log-in, students will need to know their @harnettstudents.org email address and their Google Classroom Class code. Please contact your child's teacher if you need this information.
Parents/Guardians - you can also "connect" to your child's Google Classroom to monitor assignments. Again, please contact your child's teacher if you are interested in connecting.