Camp Instructors

Emily Giardina

Hi! I'm Emily, but my students at Carrboro High know me as Ms. G. I moved from NYC to North Carolina in August 2020 with the goal of becoming a Special Education teacher. Although this was quite a departure from my 15-year career as a fashion designer, my volunteer work with Reading Partners in NYC inspired this change, igniting a new passion for making education accessible to diverse learners.

While pursuing a MAT program at Meredith College, my path took an unexpected yet fulfilling turn. In 2021, I became the CTE Apparel Design teacher at Carrboro High School. This role allowed me to combine my expertise in fashion design with my coursework in Special Education, creating a classroom environment that fosters creativity and project-based learning. I've discovered that hands-on, creative projects are crucial for student success by building confidence, resilience, and problem-solving skills through practical experience. My passion now lies in transforming classrooms into creative, inclusive spaces where every student has the chance to shine.

Check out some of my fashion work below and visit my portfolio for more!

Molly Crawford

Hi! I’m Molly Crawford. After graduating from UNC in 2006, I moved to Hawaii and bummed around for a bit before returning to Chapel Hill, earning my Master’s in Teaching, and beginning my career in CHCCS. I’ve taught all levels of learners, from elementary school to community college, but Carrboro High truly feels like home.

I had always wanted to learn to sew, but before 2015 my only experience was the time my aunt helped me make a pillow for my grandmother. While on maternity leave with my son in 2015, I started taking sewing classes at Mulberry Silks, and I’ve been sewing ever since. Ten years later, the majority of my wardrobe and bags are handmade.

I love upcycling thrift store finds and even once made a pair of pajamas out of my mom’s vintage sheet set, as seen in my photo. Being able to combine my passion for teaching with the joy of making has been such a gift!