Hi my name is Maria Miller. I love teaching at Abess Park. I teach 5th grade reading and writing, teaming with Ms. Arcuri. In my spare time I like to watch football, spend time with my family and travel!

        You can contact Ms. Miller at: millerm6@duvalschools.org

Ms. Utley

        My name is Karla Utley and I am a fifth grade teacher at Abess.  I have taught 5th grade in room 202 since the school opened in 1997.  I love teaching Math, Science and Social Studies to my fifth graders.   This is my 20th year of teaching, all of which have been in the 4th or 5th grade.

I graduated from Florida State University with my Bachelor's Degree.  At F.S.U. I was a member of Chi Omega and played on the Women’s Soccer Team.  A few years ago I went back to school at the University of North Florida to earn my Master’s Degree.

My children, Skyla and Janie, attend Abess Park Elementary.  My youngest daughter, Kendyll goes to preschool.  On the weekend we enjoy watching the Seminoles play football.  We like to shop and scrapbook too.

You can contact Ms. Utley at: utleyk@duvalschools.org

Ms. Werst

        My name is Kelly Werst and I have been teaching at Abess since 2005. I am currently 5th grade, but have also taught 4th grade. I am very thankful to be teaching at such a great school with an awesome group of teachers, administration, and students. I grew up in south Florida and made my way to Jacksonville after high school to attend the University of North Florida, where I obtained my degree in Elementary Education. I have the cutest pug in the world, Riley, who keeps me on my toes constantly and I love the FLORIDA GATORS!!!!!!

         You can contact Ms. Werst at: werstk@duvalschools.org