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Marcy Campbell

A smiling woman in a classroom points to the word make written on a whiteboard, with blank spaces and dashes before it, indicating a word or spelling activity.

Reflecting on her journey, Marcy shares:

“My CTE internship and Educators Rising experiences helped tremendously in preparing me for what to expect in the field of education. Deep down, I always knew that teaching was what I wanted to do, but those experiences solidified that for me. I love meeting students where they are and helping them unlock their potential as readers and learners.”

Smyrna High School Graduate

Class of 2010

Introduction

Marcy Campbell, a 2010 graduate of Smyrna High School, is a First Grade teacher at Clayton Elementary School in the Smyrna School District. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education with Special Education certification from Delaware State University in 2014 and a Master’s Degree in Reading from Wilmington University in 2019.

CTE Journey

Marcy’s passion for education began in high school through the CTE internship program and Educators Rising. Through Educators Rising, she explored the teaching profession, connected with peers, and developed leadership and public-speaking skills. Her internship under the mentorship of Meryle Lee Wilson, a Kindergarten teacher at Clayton Elementary School, provided daily opportunities to learn teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and the importance of building strong student relationships. These combined experiences solidified her decision to pursue a career in education.

Career Impact

Since starting her career, Marcy has accumulated 12 years of teaching experience teaching 6th grade Language Arts and Social Studies, 5th grade, and 1st grade for the past eight years. Marcy credits her CTE internship and Educators Rising participation for giving her invaluable preparation for the field of education, equipping her with practical classroom skills, professional confidence, and a strong educator network that continues to inspire her work today.