2nd Grade

LaQuesha Riggins is a graduate of The University of Akron in Ohio. She has been teaching here in North Carolina since 2007 and at Y.E.S. since 2011. She is the proud mother of two daughters age 12 and 19. She has a true passion for working with our young learners!! Helping each child progress in all areas of their development—academic, social, and language is a challenge that she is honored to accept daily. I strive to create a community of learners that nurtures this growth in a positive, fun environment. She looks forward to working together with you as partners in your child’s growth and development!!

Ms. Hanson has been teaching for 19 years. Ms. Hanson started her teaching career in Vance County . She taught Kindergarten for two years. 1st grade for 9 years and 2nd grade for 9 years. She has taught in Franklin County Schools for 5 years in 2nd grade at YES. Ms. Hanson looks forward to a great year full of learning and fun.

Mrs. Smith graduated from East Carolina University in 2021 with a degree in Elementary Education. She worked for Franklin County Schools for 6 years as an Instructional Assistant. This is her third year at Youngsville Elementary School and is so excited to work in Second Grade! In her spare time she loves spending time with her husband and boys. You can usually find her near the water with a good book in hand!

Mrs. Wheeler is a graduate of East Carolina University with a B.S. Degree in Elementary Education. She is also licensed to teach Special Education. This is Mrs. Wheeler's 27th year in education.
Mrs. Wheeler has lived in Franklin county for the past 30 + years. She has two daughters and 4 grandchildren. Her hobbies include reading, cooking, photography, and spending time with family.

Mrs. Sally Faracca is thrilled to be teaching Kindergarten this year! She loves being a teacher at Y.E.S, and having the ability to work with all of the great staff and families here in Youngsville. Mrs. Faracca believes in creating a warm and happy classroom environment where scholars have the opportunity to learn through hands on activities, play, singing and a whole lot of dancing! Mrs. Faracca lives in Youngsville with her husband and three dogs (Rocky, Adrian and Kona). When she is not in the classroom, Mrs. Faracca can usually be found at her favorite place, Disney World! Outside of vacationing, Mrs. Faracca enjoys reading, baking and playing with her dogs. It's going to be an amazing year in Kindergarten!