My name is Derry Rogers, and I am so excited to be teaching first grade this year at Rocky Branch Elementary! I am originally from Leesburg, GA, but I moved to Athens to attend the University of Georgia. I graduated from UGA with a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education- Go Dawgs! I have also obtained my Masters in Early Childhood Education with a reading endorsement from Kennesaw State University. Before joining the Oconee County School System, I gained teaching experience in both Madison and Clarke counties.

I am honored to be a part of your child’s education! I do not take this responsibility lightly. My number one goal is for your child to leave school each day feeling loved, cared for, and important- because they are! I hope their time in our class sparks curiosity and ignites in them a passion for learning. I cannot wait to work with you and your first grader. It’s going to be a great year! Go Rockets!