Meet the Teacher
Mrs. Jennifer Kess

My name is Jennifer Kess. I will be your child's first grade teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. I graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education. This will be my fourth year teaching at Johnsonville Elementary School. I have over ten years of professional experience as an educator and have worked with students in Preschool - sixth grade.
The Army brought my family and I to NC in 2018. I live in Harnett County with my husband and our three boys. My husband recently retired from the Army after serving over 21 years. We love spending time outside, going to the movies, exploring what NC has to offer and having family game night. Thank you for the opportunity to teach your awesome kiddos this school year.
Phone: 919-499-4912
Email: jkess@harnett.k12.nc.us
Degrees & Certifications:
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
Daily Schedule:
7:50-8:30 Student Arrival/Breakfast
8:30 - 8:35 - Morning Meeting
8:35 - 9:25 - Math
9:30 - 10:15 - Enhancements
10:15 - 10:40 - Math
10:40 - 12:35 - ELA
12:35 - 1:10 - Lunch
1:10 - 1:40 - ELA
1:40 - 2:10 - Recess
2:10 - 2:35 - Read Aloud
2:35 - 2:50 - Science/S.S/Health
2:50 - 3:00: Dismissal Begins
Monday: P.E.
Tuesday: Library/Tech & STEM
Wednesday: Art
Thursday: Music
Friday: Guidance
NC Curriculum Standards
https://www.dpi.nc.gov/documents/publications/catalog/is184-quick-reference-guide-1st/open