Crystal McDonald graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Child & Family Development from Benedict College. She received a Master’s degree in Curriculum Design & Instruction and her teaching certification from UNC-Charlotte. She has worked in Columbia, Sc writing STEM curriculum and taught elementary school in Cabarrus County School before coming to Bradford. Ms. McDonald has a diverse background in teaching and loves science. She has taught at Bradford for years now and enjoys making connections with her students that goes beyond what she teaches in the classroom. She lives in Charlotte with her fur baby Olive Joy. She enjoys reading, traveling, shopping, crafting, and spending time with her family and friends.