About the 5th grade Team

Hi my name is Sarah Bordley aka Sarah O'Neill 🙂 This is my 13th year teaching in MCPS and my 9th year at Bells Mill. I taught 1st grade for 6 years, 4th grade for years, and this is my 3rd year in 5th grade. I think I finally found my home with the 5th graders, I love the age and couldn't imagine teaching any other grade now!

I grew up in Potomac, and actually went to Cabin John for a year before transferring to Stone Ridge. I finished my undergraduate degree at University of Maryland, and also got my Masters in Reading and Reading Specialist certification at University of Maryland as well.

In my free time I love doing anything that involves being active. I love running, weight lifting, boxing, kayaking, hiking, basically anything that involves moving around! I ran my first half-marathon last spring and am looking forward to challenging myself again this spring!

Contact me at: Sarah_E_O'Neill@mcpsmd.org

My name is Alex Hinkle! I am a recent graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park. I graduated from UMD's College of Education with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Magna Cum Laude. Go Terps! I grew up in Howard County Maryland with four brothers and sisters. I am super excited to join the Bells Mill team!

When I am not at Bells Mill, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. During the summer, you will find me on the beach, but during the fall, you will find me cheering on the Ravens!

Contact me at: Alexandra_E_Hinkle@mcpsmd.org

My name is Bobby Hirsch. This is my fifth year at Bells Mill. I taught second grade for two years, fourth grade for two years, and this is my first year teaching fifth grade.

I graduated college from McGill University in Montreal and then earned my Masters in Education from the University of Maryland - College Park.

When not teaching, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, trying new restaurants, and traveling.

Contact me at: Robert_D_Hirsch@mcpsmd.org

My name is Wesley Eifler. I was born and raised in Southern Connecticut with my 3 brothers. I went to school at American University where I studied Elementary Education and History. I graduated there in the winter of 2015 and by the fall of 2016 I began working at Bells Mill as a 5th grade teacher.

I am a die-hard Mets fan with a passion for history and poetry. I am enjoying my new home down here in the DC area and I’m looking forward to a great year!

Contact me at: Wesley_D_Eifler@mcpsmd.org

My name is Megan Lang. I was born and raised in Montgomery County, attending Rockville High School before moving to the Eastern Shore of Maryland to attend Washington College.

I graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Human Development with a specialization in Elementary Education, along with a Maryland Teacher of Promise certificate. I am currently working to receive my Masters Degree in Middle School Mathematics from the University of Maryland.

Aside from teaching, I love playing with my dog Oshie and cheering on the Washing Capitals. This will be my third year as part of the Bells Mill family and I am very excited to share this experience with you.

Contact me at: megan_lang@mcpsmd.org