Amy Cornelius

Amy Cornelius is different from any new teacher. Her journey is different, and thats what makes her a great new addition to Donelson Elementary.

Mrs. Cornelius, mother of 3 boys, decided to put finishing her degree on hold her junior year, in order to take care of her children, while her husband worked. She returned to college in 2010, graduating at the University of Memphis.

Deciding what grade to teach was a no brainer, stating “Fifth grade chose me”. Throughout high school Mrs. Cornelius worked with children, both babysitting on free time and being a nanny. She loves to see the light bulb moment from her older students when learning a new concept. Mrs. Cornelius Enjoys working with older students as well, by being able to reason with her students and justify those responses.

Mrs. Cornelius wants her students to just be kids, encouraging them to not be perfect.