Gail Benjamin – First grade teacher   

 I was born in Dorchester County and have lived here my entire life.  I live with my husband, Rod, and our two cats, Halo and Alice.  We have one daughter, Traci, a son-in-law, Garrett, and two grandchildren, Carson and Reese, who live in California. 
     I was educated in Dorchester County schools.  I graduated from Salisbury State College in 1974 with a BS in Elementary Education.  In 1978, I received my Masters of Education. 
     I have taught for 33.6 years, in two different schools; St. Clair Elementary and South Dorchester School.  The grades I have taught are second, kindergarten, and first.  I have taught first grade for most of my teaching years.  My favorite subject to teach is reading.