pridemore fam

Jackie Pridemore began 2022 as CNE Elementary's by joining its mental health team.  As we welcome Mrs. Pridemore to the elementary, let's also learn a few things about our newest staff member.

  • What would the students be surprised to find out about you? I have a pet pig named Bert.
  • What’s a typical Saturday night like for you? Pizza and a movie
  • How often do you accidently start counseling at home? Quite a bit
  • What are some pets you’ve had or would like to own? I love my dog and pig, but I would love to have a miniature donkey
  • What is your dream vacation? Anywhere with a beach with my kids
  • How do you spend your summer breaks? Going camping
  • What are your “trapped on a desert island” books or movies?
  • What would your last meal be? cheese ravioli and breadsticks
  • What can you cook to perfection? Absolutely nothing. Count on me for a store bought item!
  • If you won the lottery and decided to give up counseling, what would you do instead? Spend as much time as possible on a beach and going on adventures with my kids
  • What makes a ‘good day’ at school? Anyday that involves helping others
  • What are some traditions or superstitions you have for the First Day of School? Dress your best
  • What inspires you? Helping others
  • How do you keep things fresh? I love learning new concepts from new research
  • What sort of morning routine do you have to get jazzed for class? Coffee!
  • What is your favorite dish from the cafeteria? Bosco Sticks
  • What accomplishment fills you with pride so far this year? Getting certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy
  • What current trends are baffling to you? Why? Clicker games because they don't make sense to me!
  • What’s a school sport or activity you enjoy watching? Baseball
  • If you could take the students on a field trip to anywhere in the world, where would you take them? Somewhere outside with lots of nature
  • What kind of driver were you when you first got your license? Not a good one! :(
  • If you were to be given a superlative when you were in school, what would it have been? Most clumsy
  • What are your thoughts on astrology? Do you know your sign? It's interesting! - I'm a Virgo
  • Is there a quote or saying that you live your life by? "You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter than you think, and loved more than you'll ever know" - Winnie-the-Pooh
  • What would your perfect party look like? surrounded by my favorite people and my favorite food with lots of laughs

Welcome to CNE, Mrs. Pridemore!