B. ALLYN ART PROFESSIONAL PROFILE PERSONAL PROFILE Certification(s): Art K-12 Elementary Education K-6 Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts Bachelor of Arts in Communication & Rhetoric University: State University of New York at Albany Degree: Master of Science in Teaching University: State University of New York at Plattsburgh First Aid Response Team Member PERSONAL PROFILE In 2011, I relocated to North Carolina from upstate New York to fulfill my lifelong dream of being an art teacher. For the last three years, I have worked at Barwell Road Elementary School in South East Raleigh. This will be my first year in Middle School, and I am really excited to work with the students of Holly Grove!   Prior to moving to North Carolina, I enlisted in the United States NAVY to earn money for college and serve my country. I spent four years travelling the world and experiencing amazing things. After my enlistment, I spent the remainder of my twenties studying at the University at Albany and Plattsburgh State University. I currently live in Apex with my wife Jess, my son Ashton (who is in the sixth grade), and my dog Mango.  In my free time I enjoy working in my art studio, watching sports, spending time with my family, and learning new things. “All students WILL succeed”