5th Grade
Erica Largent
largente@ritenourschools.org
My name is Mrs. Largent. I am beginning my 27th year of teaching at Wyland.
My husband and I have been married for 18 years, and we have two children. I enjoy working out, and I enjoy hiking the many Missouri trails and parks with my family.
Reading and movies are two of my favorite ways to spend my free time!
Huddleston, Rachel
Hello! My name is Rachel Huddleston and I’m so excited to start my first year teaching!
I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Blackburn College last fall, and recently returned to the St. Louis area where I grew up.
In my free time I love to go to the movies, play mini golf, and shop with my sister, Hannah.
I have always dreamed of having a classroom where my students and I can all learn a lot and have FUN! I look forward to this year and getting to know my students and their families
McEnroe, Angela
Hello, my name is Angela McEnroe and I am so excited to be teaching Fifth Grade this year! This is my 1st year at Wyland and 26th year of teaching. I have experience in many grade levels. I have taught in the regular education setting in Kindergarten, First Grade, Second Grade, and Fifth Grade. I had the opportunity to spend three years as a building math interventionist for grades Kindergarten through Fifth Grade. Most recently, I taught for Special School District, co-teaching in three Eighth Grade ELA classrooms. As a Teacher, I love to create a classroom that feels like a family. It is my goal each year to not only teach students the new curriculum, but to make sure they grow both socially and emotionally.
I graduated from Southeast Missouri State University where I received my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with and emphasis in Early Childhood Education. After one year of teaching I attended Lindenwood University and received my Master's Degree in Elementary Education. I am also certified in K-12 cross catagorical Special Education.
I have lived in the St. Louis area my entire life and enjoy spending time with my family and friends. My husband (Ed) and I have three children. Eddie (18) just graduated and is starting his associates degree at Jefferson College in the fall. Molly (15) is learning to drive and will be a sophomore in high school. She keeps us busy with her love of gymnastics and cross country. Ellie (12) will be in 7th grade and keeps us busy with her love of dance. She is on the competitive dance team at her school and the competitive dance team at her studio.
I look forward to working at the elementary level again this year. Fifth grade is an amazing year for students and I look forward to being a part of their journey!
Ogechi Okpara
okparao@ritenourschools.org
Hello! My name is Ms. Okpara, and this will be my second year teaching 5th grade at Wyland Elementary! I am a graduate of Fontbonne University, where I obtained my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education.
I competed in track and field throughout my years in college. I enjoy traveling, watching movies with my family, and spending time with my dog, Archie. I look forward to working with my 5th graders and their families this school year!