Hello, sixth graders! My name is Mrs. McGuire! I grew up in Jefferson City, MO. I graduated from Jefferson City High School in 2008. I then attended State Fair to obtain my Associate's Degree before completing my Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education at Lincoln University in December 2012. Go, Blue Tigers! I earned my Master of Education Degree in Curriculum & Instruction at William Woods University in December 2015.

This will be my 11th year of teaching. I have spent my entire teaching career at Thorpe Gordon Elementary School in the Jefferson City Public School District. Over those years, I've taught second (long-term substitute), fifth (one year), and first (nine years) grades. l have always loved learning, and I knew from a very young age that I was meant to be an educator! I am so excited about joining the Thomas Jefferson Middle School team, especially since I attended TJMS as a child! Once a Patriot, always a Patriot!

My husband and I got married in November 2022. He teaches seventh-grade science in Eldon, MO. We have two daughters, a 14-year-old named Lillee and a one-year-old named Marigold. In my free time, I love to read, shop, attend sporting events, have spa days (massages, manicures, & pedicures), and spend time with my family.