My name is Tara Bayens and I was born in Wisconsin a long time ago.  I went to elementary school in Wisconsin, middle/high school in Alabama, and then I finished college in Alabama before moving to Florida.  I  come from a large family with three brothers and a sister.  I am one of the youngest in my family and definitely the shortest.  I grew up watching sports and love football, hockey, and a little racing.  

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I went to college in Alabama at Jacksonville State University.  I received my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education K-5.  After a couple of years teaching in Manatee County, I went back to school and earned my Masters in Elementary Curriculum from USF-Sarasota/Manatee.  I have been teaching in Manatee County since 2007. I have taught a variety of grade levels, including K, 1st, 3rd and 4th grade.  I have always loved teaching third grade and find the most passion teaching the curriculum for this grade level.

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I am so thankful for having joined the Harvey family when it first opened.  I am excited for the new year and am ready to pass on my love for teaching to the students who walk through the doors.  I cannot wait to make memories that will last a lifetime and inspire them to have a passion for themselves to know they can do anything with their lives.