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Fulton Science Academy Gets New Elementary Curriculum Coordinator

Kandice Ivarie will officially join the private school on Aug. 1 and also serve as an administrative team member.

Fulton Science Academy, an award-winning private STEAM school with an emphasis in the areas of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, today announced that Kandice Ivarie will assume the position of Elementary Curriculum Coordinator and Administrative Team Member, effective August 1, 2017.

Ivarie currently serves as Curriculum Support Teacher and Administrative Team Member at Birmingham Falls Elementary School in Milton.

Ivarie will bring more than a decade of education and leadership experience to her role at Fulton Science Academy

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As Elementary Curriculum Coordinator of Fulton Science Academy, Ivarie will assist the general education teachers in translating curriculum into meaningful, educational experiences for students in grades K-5. Additionally, she will work with teachers to maximize efficiency in the organization and implementation of curriculum, serving as a role model, coach, and trainer for best practices. She will also play a vital role in the collaboration of elementary, middle, and high school curriculum coordinators.

Ivarie commented, “Fulton Science Academy Private School has created a rich learning environment where every child’s uniqueness is embraced. Students’ individual strengths are recognized and developed, which is key to building happy, caring, and confident future leaders. When entering the school, you get a clear sense that FSA is very much a family. I look forward to working with this dedicated team in its quest to build a model school. Learning should be fun, engaging, and memorable for children. I am thrilled to be joining a highly respected elementary team who works daily to make these characteristics a reality.”

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Currently in charge of curriculum support at Birmingham Falls ES, Ivarie holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. She obtained her Talented and Gifted Certification in 2008, and holds a variety of training certifications. In her spare time outside of the educational arena, Ivarie enjoys spending time with her family.

FSAPS Principal, Kenan Sener, commented, “I hope it goes without saying that we are incredibly excited to have Mrs. Ivarie join FSA. Part of our school’s natural evolution included adding this position, and to have such a well-respected leader within the community willing to fill this role is a true gift. Her energy is so positive and her collaboration skills speak for themselves. She will help deliver us one step closer towards our dream of being a model school; one that sets a high standard and demonstrates what is possible in education, not only in the US, but abroad as well.”

Fulton Science Academy Private School (FSAPS) has fostered a “yearn to learn” culture where students embrace an innovative, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) curriculum. FSA’s study body is diverse and reflects award-winning academic teams, competitive athletes, personal entrepreneurs, professional working actors, and award-winning critical thinkers. Built upon core values of excellence, innovation, and character, FSAPS has engineered a school of the future, today. For more information on this school, which serves students in Pre-K through high school, please visit http://www.fultonscienceacademy.org.

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