I am Ashley Howard, a First Grade teacher at Eichold Mertz Magnet School. I have been teaching for 13 years. I am a wife to my wonderful husband, Richard Howard Jr., and we have one busy and handsome son Richard Howard III (Tre). I received my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Alabama Agriculture and Mechanical University, and I have also obtained a Master's degree in Educational Media and Technology from the University of South Alabama. When I am not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family, watching college sports, and binge watch documentaries.