Cosma Bateman

Preschool teacher specializing in classroom management, special education support, and early literacy instruction. Proven ability to create engaging lesson plans that enhance student participation and foster a supportive learning environment. Strong commitment to student development and innovative teaching methods. Loves working with children and watching their love of learning develop, as well as, forming positive relationships with both peers and adults. Loves coming to work to face the challenges and celebrate the successes in the classroom.

• PPPS Faculty Senate Chairperson of the Hiring Committee
• Member of the PPPS Local School Improvement Council
• Member of the PPPS Leadership team
• Member of the Mason County Collaborative Pre-K Core Team
• Member of Education West Virginia
• Treasurer of Education West Virginia: Mason County
• Member of the Mason County Reading Council

• I love the community in which I live and work. I find peace and feel my best when I can be the hands and feet of a servant to help others in need without receiving anything in return. The joy is immeasurable. Whether it is surprising my co-workers with a special treat or collecting donations for the Mason County Animal Shelter. I have volunteered as a guide during education day during Battle Days, at the Mason County Animal Shelter, participated in Toys for Kids, donated to the PPVFD food drives, and filled many Blessing boxes. I always complete a community service project or two with the students in my class. We've done a range of activities from collecting food for the Veterans Group, making cards for ill children in the hospital, to collecting needed supplies and toys for Ronald McDonald House Charities. This year in December as a cumulative activity for our Grocery Study, we collected our favorite foods from the grocery store and donated all items to a family in need in our area. Teaching children to care about others and how that makes them feel is an invaluable lesson. My husband and I also present The Elizabeth Bateman Spirit of the Band Award each year to a senior of the Black Knight Marching Band. This award is in honor of our daughter who was Drum Major and loved the band with her entire heart and soul. We love supporting the youth of our area.