Reading Coach & Reading Intervention
Dr. Scott Johnson, Reading Coach
Email: sjohnson@lexrich5.org
Hi Everyone!
This is my fifth year as a Literacy Coach at Piney Woods Elementary.
This is my 30th year in education! The first 10 years of my career were spent in the Central Valley of California, teaching second-language learners in grades 1 through 5. Eventually, I made the move to South Carolina, where I taught for 13 years at the Center for Inquiry in Richland Two and 3 years at the University of South Carolina. I am also an adjunct professor at Columbia College.
I graduated from Fresno Pacific University with a degree in Liberal Studies (Education K-8) in 1996 and a Master's Degree in Reading & Language Arts in 2003. I moved to South Carolina and completed my Ph.D. in Language & Literacy in 2016. I am certified in early childhood and elementary education, ESOL, middle school social studies, and music education.
In my spare time, I enjoy trail running, reading, and coaching the Dutch Fork girls' tennis team.
Lauren Panarello, Reading Interventionist
Email: lpanarel@lexrich5.org
Hi Purple Martins!
I’m excited to begin my fifth year as a reading interventionist here at Piney Woods Elementary. It’s a joy to work alongside such dedicated coworkers, wonderful students, and supportive families in our school community.
This year marks my 19th year in education. Throughout my career, I’ve taught second grade, third grade, and now serve in reading intervention—also known as “Book Club,” which is truly my favorite role. I love working with students from kindergarten through fourth grade and focusing on building strong, confident readers.
I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Clemson University in 2007 and my Master’s Degree in Language and Literacy from the University of South Carolina in 2011. As a proud graduate of Lexington-Richland School District Five—having attended Chapin Elementary, Chapin Middle, and Chapin High—it’s an honor to now teach in the community where I grew up.
When I’m not at school, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, reading great books, and hiking to waterfalls throughout South Carolina and North Carolina.
I’m looking forward to a fantastic year as we DREAM BIG, SOAR HIGH, and SHOW OUR PURPLE MARTIN PRIDE!
Candice Joannides, Reading Interventionist
Email: cjoannid@lexrich5.org
Hello Piney Woods Family!
This is my fifth year as a Reading Interventionist at Piney Woods. I am so excited to have the honor to teach at this amazing school.
This is my 19th year in Education. During this time, I have had the opportunity to teach Kindergarten, First Grade, and Reading Intervention. I graduated from the University of South Carolina in May of 2007 with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and in August of 2011 with a Master's Degree in Language and Literacy. I am also a National Board Certified Teacher in the area of Literacy: Reading/Language Arts - Early and Middle Childhood.
I am an alumni of Lexington Richland School District 5, where I attended Chapin Elementary, Chapin Middle, and Chapin High School. I am proud to be a teacher in the Chapin community where I attended school.
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, spending time at Edisto Beach, and enjoying time outdoors.