amy ajukwaraAssistant Principal  |
Master of Education, Administration and Supervision: University of West Georgia
Ms. Ajukwara has experience teaching at both the middle and high school level. Some of her accomplishments include: 1995 county finalist for Teacher of the Year, Expert Teacher Award, presentation at numerous national conferences, Mindset Curriculum Certification, as well as a member of the 2004 Emerging Leader Cadre. Ms. Ajukwara believes that "Every child deserves someone that is irrevocably and irrationally their champion, be it parent, teacher or mentor."
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Jon BrownHigh School Math
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B.A. of Math from Clayton State University.
"Success in not determined by what you drive, but rather what drives you."
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ralph bruckmanHS Math Special Education
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B.A. Psychology at Boston University. Master in Education Counseling at Northeastern University. Masters in Information Technology. Highly Qualified Math, Science, S.S., Language Arts, Middle School and High School. |
Jack Burris
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Awarded a B.A. degree in history and education from the University of Florida in 1968. Earned a Masters Degree in Educational Administration from the University of Florida in 1969. "Never make an enemy. You may need him or her as an ally tomorrow." |
Adam burschInstructional Paraprofessional
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B.A. in Music from Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. An accomplished musician, Adam is currently the musician for World Fellowship International Church. He also is one of the musicians and the director for the Praise Team and Youth Choir at Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Adam is currently a valued Instructional Paraprofessional in Middle School. He will continue his education in pursuit of a Masters in Education. |
Kathy CannonCurriculum Administrator |
Masters Degree from Clark Atlanta University. Bachelors from the University of Alabama. National Board Certification for Literacy (Reading and Language Arts). 3 years teaching Remedial Reading. 15 years experience in Fulton County, Reading Specialist, Lead Reading Teacher, Instructional Coach, and Curriculum Administrator. "Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed."- Booker T. Washington |
Darryl ColemanHigh School Math |
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Joshua CristHigh School Science
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Broad field Science. Bachelors in Information Technology. Associates of Arts. Currently enrolled in MAT program at GSU. "I never teach my pupils; I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn." -Albert Einstein
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Saida DzaferovicInstructional Paraprofessional |
"A hundred years from now it will not matter what my account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I drove, but the world may be different because I was important in the life of a child." |
Marie GarrisSpecial Education |
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Erin denise geller2006-2007 Teacher of the Year
High School English
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B.A. in English Literature and Writing, Secondary Education Minor M.S. in Secondary Education from the University of Tennessee – 6 years experience. "My teaching philosophy is based upon mutual respect. My love of literature and writing led me to this profession, but it's the kids that keep me here. Every day presents a new challenge, a new opportunity. I know this is what I'm supposed to be doing, and I'm grateful and excited to be working with such a diverse group of individuals." |
Rusty Godwin, LCSW
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School Social Worker – 14 years experience. Founder/Executive Director, Georgia Counseling Network, Inc. Our task is to help children unlock the doors to their gifts, abilities, and dreams." |
Carlos grimaldoTeacher Assistant
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Julia grimaldoFront Office Support
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David HarrisMiddle School Science Teacher |
Middle School Journalism and a Masters in Technology from Georgia Southern University. Certified in many areas including Middle School Science, Language Arts, Social Studies, High School Technology and Graphic Arts with an ESOL endorsement. Fifth year teacher. "Knowledge is power and failure is not an option."
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Juan HarrisTeacher |
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toni holtCounselor
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10
years experience. M.A. School Counseling; certified in Science, Math, Social
Studies, Special Education and School Counseling; five years of teaching;
"All students will fulfill their highest potential if they are placed in the right environment and provided with the proper resources, discipline and encouragement." |
Lisa LaFaverTechnology Support Specialist
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Bachelors in Communications. Two years teaching experience in Foreign Language and Special Education. Six years with fulton county, the last 2 years at Crossroads as Instructional Technology Support. "We all must lead by example."
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Patti laneMedia Specialist
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10 years experience. Experience includes two years with Norfolk Public Schools in Norfolk , Virginia and 8 years with Fulton County Schools. "I believe in connecting education to real life experiences by making learning valuable to students' needs now and in the future. I also believe that students who learn to find information independently give themselves a gift that will last a lifetime." |
laurie lepleyReading and ESOL Teacher
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Taught Reading and Language Arts For two years in Rochester City Schools. Have been teaching in Fulton County as a middle school Remedial reading teacher for nine Years; Masters in Reading k-12 and ESOL Endorsement. "My reading philosophy is that you only have to read on the days that you eat." |
laurie lau
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Phillip louisResource Officer
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15 years of law enforcement experience B.A. Communications, Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA
"God and Nature made us what we are, and then out of our own we created genius. We make ourselves what we want to be. Follow always that great law. Let the sky and God be our limit and Eternity our measurement. |
Ruby J. MontgomeryMS English/Language Arts
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"The teacher's job is done when children, themselves, believe they can achieve." |
Valarie MorganMiddle School Math |
8 years of teaching experience in middle school mathematics; Middle Grades Mathematics and Gifted Certified; Masters Degree in Middle Grades Mathematics and Science "It takes a village to raise a child."
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Jeannette Oppenheimer |
Special Education – 13 years experience. Taught Special Education classes for 13 years, IST for 11 years. "I believe my role is to advocate for children identified with special needs and provide support for parents, teachers, administrators and other school staff."
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kyla passman2007-2008 Teacher of the Year SST
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Language Arts Grades 6-8. Nine years teaching experience. B.A. English/ Education. “I Believe in my students. Help them Build strong futures. To Become strong citizens! |
kirk pfrangle
Pfrangle@fultonschools.org
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20 years teaching experience. B.A. Political Science M.A. Political Science/History. “As educators, we endeavor to give each student the tools necessary to build successful lives.” |
Robert A. SchultzSchool Psychologist
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10 years FCBOE; 4 years private and public school in New York; Certified School Psychologist - M.S. Ed. Long Island University 1994 "Learning begins at home." |
doeford shirley2005-2006 Teacher of the Year
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Business Law, Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Business Communication, Personal Fitness, Outdoor Education, Academic Life Skills, and Social Studies – 13 years experience. "When the cry of a student for help is great, then the cry of the teacher to produce that help must be greater." |
maurice woodardSocial Skills MS Math Special Education
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