My name is Mrs. Tracy Gaylord.  I teach second grade at Concrete Primary School.  This year is my 19th year teaching.  I have taught first grade and second grade.  I have fallen in love with second grade.  I enjoy the curriculum and the students.  Second grade is a blast!

I graduated from Lander University with my bachelor’s degree in elementary education.  I earned my master’s degree in early childhood education from Furman University.  I have also earned a master’s degree in reading from Grand Canyon University.  In addition, I have taught college classes in early childhood education at Greenville Technical College. 

My husband and I have been married for 14 years.  He recently retired as a Corporal with the South Carolina Highway Patrol.  He is now a police officer with the Greenville Hospital System.  Toni and I have a son, Matthew.  He is 8 years old and an absolute joy in our lives.  He is in 3rd grade this year at Powdersville Elementary.  My stepdaughter, Gracie, is a student at Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology. I have one crazy dog named Max Gaylord.  My students tend to hear lots of fun and interesting stories about my family (as well as the dog!).

I am a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church in Easley.  I love to drink coffee, read, and spend time with my family.  My two favorite places are the beach and country music concerts.