My name is Lauren Dunning and I have been teaching at Brooks Elementary since the 2010-2011 school year. I graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with my degree in Elementary Education and in 2016 I completed my Master's degree in Literacy Education also from UNC Chapel Hill. I believe in teaching for social justice an promoting equity in the elementary classroom and beyond. I love traveling and incorporate my international experiences in the classroom. I believe that each child is unique and seek daily to promote a positive sense of self for each student. On a personal note, I love history, the beach and the mountains, living in Raleigh, and my adorable cat Henry!