Hello! My name is Mrs. Ashley Merkel.  I live in Johnsburg with my husband P.J. and our 3 daughters. I enjoy being with my girls, husband, and family. I love watching my girls in cheer, dance, and volleyball. In my freetime I enjoy spedning time with friends, reading, football, baseball, movies, camping  and traveling. In 2005, I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. In 2007, I graduated from Dominican University for the 2nd time with a Master’s of Science in Special Education.  I will be your child's intermediate teacher for the 2020-2021 school year! This will  be my 14th year teaching and I am excited to make this my best year yet!