Sherwood Christian Academy is thrilled to welcome Mrs. Kaedy Gravely to our elementary faculty as one of our 1st grade teachers! With a wealth of experience both in the classroom and as a school psychologist, Mrs. Gravely brings a unique and dynamic approach to education. Her passion for helping students thrive shines through in her creative teaching methods, tailored to meet the diverse needs of each child.
As a dedicated wife and mother, Mrs. Gravely’s commitment to family values aligns perfectly with our mission at SCA. We’re excited for the positive impact she will have on our students as she helps them grow academically and spiritually.
Welcome to the SCA family, Mrs. Gravely! We are blessed to have you.
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from The University of Georgia;
Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction with emphasis on Literacy K-12 from Southeastern Louisiana University;
Education Specialist degree in School Psychology from Valdosta State University
YEARS LEADING IN EDUCATION: This is my first year at SCA and fifth year in the classroom. I have taught kindergarten and first grade in Georgia and Louisiana. Additionally, I have worked for 10 years in our region as a school psychologist.
WHAT IS YOU FAVORITE THING ABOUT TEACHING ELEMENTARY STUDENTS? Elementary students find joy in the simplest things. I love building relationships with students over the course of the school year. We celebrate lost teeth, new pets, learning to read, birthdays, and recreation ball teams. It is an honor to share those moments with the students.
FAVORITE PLACE YOU’VE VISITED ON VACATION: Glacier National Park
FAVORITE HOBBY: I love baking and cooking new recipes. My family loves to travel and take road trips with our camper.
FAVORITE BOOK: Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird
FAVORITE MOVIE: My favorite movie is The Sound of Music.
AS A CHILD, WHAT DID YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GREW UP? An attorney
WHY DO YOU THINK CHRISTIAN EDUCATION IS IMPORTANT AND SPECIAL? We were created to have a relationship with Jesus. Christian Education allows for fostering, encouraging and growing in Christ throughout the school day. We are free to point students to Christ at any moment. Students spend an average of 1,440 hours in school each year. From kindergarten to 12th grade, students will attend school for an average of 18,720 hours. Those hours are crucial for preparing our children to be disciples for Christ.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY AT SCA? During our first chapel for the school year, I found myself absolutely overwhelmed with the goodness of God. Looking back over the past few years, I can see the steps God was orchestrating to move our family to SCA. There were moments when I did not understand why He was calling me to change my career path or move our children from their schools. My husband and I trusted God through the process with an unexplainable peace. I will forever cherish the memory of seeing my personal children in chapel for the first time while sitting with my own class.
