About Ms. Kinsey
Kinsey graduated from Union University in Jackson, TN with a BA in Biblical Languages and a minor in Chemistry before moving to the Asheville/WNC area with her husband. She earned a BA in Classical Languages from UNC Asheville and completed the teacher’s licensure program while there. She enjoyed teaching 6th and 7th-grade math, science, and Latin before moving to ArtSpace to teach 6th-grade math and science. Kinsey has been a lover of the arts since childhood, acting in school theater productions, singing in choirs and ensembles, and taking part in dance classes and groups. She and her husband have enjoyed living in the mountains of WNC, hiking, and camping with their three dogs, and enjoying food and fun in Asheville with friends. She is excited to be part of the amazing team at ArtSpace.
About Ms. Anna
As a parent in the ArtSpace community, Anna knows what an incredibly special place it is and feels honored to have the opportunity to work with your children. She and her husband, along with their two daughters, love animals and spend their time outdoors boating, hiking, swimming, and camping. Anna is proud to be a highly qualified teacher and graduate of UNCA’s Teacher Licensure Program where she was Student Teacher of the Year. She’s ready & excited to further her journey here at ArtSpace.
About Ms. Heather
Heather began working at ArtSpace in 2008 as a Teacher Assistant, and has been teaching her own class since 2009. She taught seventh grade Language Arts for five years, before becoming the fifth grade Language Arts and Social Studies teacher. Heather holds a B.A. in English from Keene State College, in New Hampshire, where she is originally from. Heather holds NC teaching licenses in Middle Grade English Language Arts and Elementary Education. In 2009, Heather completed a NC Teacher’s Initiative Outward Bound program, where she gained experience with experiential learning and teaching. In 2015, Heather completed a National Endowment for the Humanities training in Concord, Massachusetts, focusing on the Crossroads of a Revolution, where she gained expertise on the eve of the Revolutionary War. Heather co-leads the GRITS program, where she fosters a love of science and builds community with girls in grades 5-7. She is a proud recipient of the AmeriCorps Education award for three years in a row. In addition to spending time with her family, she enjoys music, exploring the mountains, reading, and yoga.
About Ms. Vicki
Vicki joins the fifth grade team after substitute teaching and volunteering with ArtSpace for the last four years. She holds a Bachelors of Landscape Architecture from the University of Georgia and an MA from the Architectural Association of London. Her career has followed several paths, from designing public parks, greenways, and private gardens, to teaching preschool and K-8 Art. She brings her experiences in design, engineering, public service, and environmental stewardship to the 5th grade Math and Science classroom, where she is thrilled to continue her journey into education. Vicki loves painting, sewing, hiking, gardening, and especially traveling. Yet, she is always glad to come home to Asheville, where she has lived for the last 15 years with her husband, two sons, and dog, Juniper.
About Mr. Chase
This will be Mr. Chase's 4th year back at ArtSpace as a Teaching Assistant. Commonly called Mr. Cheese, he has been working in schools in Buncombe County since 2017 and graduated UNCA with a History degree. Outside of ArtSpace, Chase can often be found inside his garden tending to his many types of flowers and vegetables. Otherwise, he can be found making sourdough bread or sweet treats. We’re going to have a gouda school year!
