My name is Debra Adams. I began teaching at Cottonbelt in 2022. I am a graduate of Belmont Abbey with degrees in both educational studies and elementary education.

I have been married to my wonderful husband, Tim, for 26 years and we have one son, Dustin. My hobbies include art, gardening, and animals.  I love children of all ages, they keep me young at heart. I promise to love and nurture your children as if they were my own.

My name is Whitney Moore. I have been teaching in South Carolina since 2018. I have previously taught 4th and 5th grade in Rock Hill and in Spartanburg. My favorite subjects to teach are Social Studies and Science. I love to inspire my students to learn about where they came from and how they can change the future in a positive way!

I attended St. Petersburg College in St. Petersburg, Florida where I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. I also have my Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology, which was my first career path before I decided to become a teacher. I live in Union, SC with my husband and 3 of our children. Our oldest son is currently serving in the US Army and is stationed in Ft. Hood, Texas. A big passion of ours is traveling. We also enjoy kayaking, camping, and hiking, especially in the mountains. One goal of mine is to hike the entire Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine!

My name is Mrs. Pacheco! I began teaching in York School District in 2022. I recently graduated from Liberty University with my Master’s in Teaching. I graduated from Winthrop University in 2018 with a Psychology degree.

I have lived in Rock Hill my entire life. I have two dogs: a german shepherd named Beau and a husky named Milo. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family, crafting, watching Gamecocks sports, and traveling. I am a huge fan of Disney, Starbucks, and Target! 

My name is Sherry Whitesides.  I have taught Fourth Grade since I began my teaching career in 1994. I have taught Language Arts and Social Studies every year.  I love teaching fourth grade.  I believe this is the perfect grade because most students enjoy coming to school to learn new things and most students have a desire to do their best.  Fourth graders are becoming independent thinkers and can work at a higher level, but are still young enough to enjoy the fun things about elementary school. I enjoy watching the many milestones my students reach and the independence they gain throughout the year.

I was born and raised in York.  In 1997, I married my husband, Mike, and now we are raising our three boys here in York. Our three sons keep us busy, and we love every minute of it.  I enjoy reading, exercising, and traveling. My family loves going to the beach in the summer and to the mountains to ski in the winter! 

Winthrop University – Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education
Winthrop University – Master’s Degree in Administration/Supervision
National Board Certified since 2002