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Beth Briggs is the Pre-K Project Director for Decatur County.
Miranda Killough is new to the staff at Jones Wheat as a Pre-K teacher. She holds a B.S. in Education from Valdosta State University as well as a M.S. In Post Secondary Education from Troy State University. Before moving back home she taught in the Valdosta City Schools System. Mrs. Killough's hobbies include reading and traveling.
Ashley Bullock is new to the Jones Wheat staff and works with Mrs. Killough. She holds an AA in Early Childhood Education from Bainbridge College and is currently attending Thomas University. She has worked with Pre-K at other locations for 5 years. Some of her hobbies include photography, UGA games, and spending time with her 3 year old daughter, Kadence.
Amanda Calhoun Rentz is new to the staff at Jones Wheat as a Pre-K teacher. She holds a B.S. in Early Chilhood Education from Valdosta State University. Before joining the staff at Jones Wheat, she taught in the Valdosta City Schools System.
Sherri Weaver attended Gordon College and received a two year degree. She has been with the Pre-K staff for 7 years. Her hobbies include reading and spending time with her son.
Michelle Powe has a Master’s degree in Brain Research: Teaching and Learning, which she earned from Nova Southeastern University; as well as a Bachelor's degree in Early Education from Flagler College. She has been teaching for 6 years. Ms. Powe likes reading, going to the beach, and spending time with her family and friends!! She also attender Florida State and was a majorette with the Marching Chiefs!!
Joanna Heard has attended Bainbridge College. She has 11 years experience with the Decatur County school system. Mrs. Heard enjoys playing volleyball and basketball with her daughter, hunting, and reading.
Brittney Mathews attended Thomas University and received a degree in Early Childhood Education. Before coming to Jones-Wheat, Mrs. Mathews taught 2nd grade at Grace Christian Academy for 1 year. This is her third year at Jones-Wheat.
Nicole Hall works as a paraprofessional. This is her fifth year working with Kindergarten.
Portia LaCount attended Florida A & M University in Tallahassee, FL, where she earned a Bachelor of Science and Master's degree. She has also received an Educational Specialist Degree from Nova Southeastern University located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Mrs. LaCount has 30 years experience in the Decatur County School System. She has taught 1st Grade and Kindergarten. Her hobbies include: singing, spending time with friends and family, decorating home interiors, and planning weekend getaways.
Debby Long attended Troy State University where she obtained an Early Childhood Education Degree Pre-K through 5th grade as well as in Middle Grades (4-8). She also attended Valdosta State University where she obtained a Special Education Degree for Mental Retardation grades Pre-K through 12. At the University of Michigan, Mrs. Long earned a Master of Education degree. She has 14 years of teaching experience. Mrs. Long has taught Special Education Elementary classes, 3rd Grade, 1st Grade, and Kindergarten. As for hobbies, she enjoys gardening and reading.
Jason Harrell holds an AA in Early Childhood from Bainbridge College, and is attending Thomas University to pursue a Bachelors Degree. Some of his hobbies are: outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, and all sorts of athletics. However his most favorite sport would be golf. Although Mr. Harrell enjoys these hobbies, he spends the majority of time with his 1 year old daughter Emma, and wife Rachel.
Barbara Wilkin attended the University of Georgia for an undergraduate degree and Troy State for a Master's degree. She has taught many different grade levels, however most of the time was with Kindergarten. Mrs. Wilkin has 30 years of teaching experience and enjoys painting in her spare time.
Betty Harrell works with Mrs. Wilkin as a paraprofessional. She has 20 years of experience. She is very energetic and enjoys helping children learn. Ms. Harrell enjoys going to the beach, shopping for antiques, and gardening in her spare time.
Cynthia Campbell received a Bachelor's of Education in Education at Thomas University. She has been a paraprofessional for four years and currently teaches first grade. Her only hobby is taking care of her 7 year old son.
Samantha Green earned a Bachelor of Science from Valdosta State University and a Master's degree from NOVA. She has been teaching for 13 years, 9 of those years were in Kindergarten and 4 years were in 1st grade. In her spare time she likes to go shopping, spend time with her 2 boys, and do a bit of gardening.
Ilesha Hughes attended Florida A&M University where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. She has taught in first grade at Jones-Wheat for seven years. During her free time she enjoys reading and spending time with her two sons.
Linda Walker attended Florida State University. She has been teaching 1st grade for 34 years.
Beth Whitaker completed a Bachelors of Early Childhood Education at Troy University, Dothan Campus. She will begin coursework for a Master's degree in Elementary Education in September. Mrs. Whitaker taught 3rd and 4th grades in Chipley, Florida. Some of her hobbies include reading and spending time with family.
Jackie Pope works as a paraprofessional with the 1st grade. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her daughter.
Michelle McConnell graduated from Bainbridge High and has been at Jones-Wheat for 11 years. She is a paraprofessional for 1st grade. She enjoys spending time with her dogs when she is not at school.
Mistee Deen attended Valdosta State University for her Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education, obtained her Master’s in Elementary Reading & Literacy from Walden University, and is currently working to obtain her Specialist’s in Curriculum, Instruction, Management, and Administration. She has been teaching for 7 years. Mrs. Deen has taught first and second grade. She enjoys watching football, especially the Georgia Bulldogs, spending time with her family, and traveling to the beach whenever possible.
Kimberly Johnson has her Master’s degree in Education. She has taught 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students, now she has her very own homeroom in the 2nd grade. She has been teaching for six years, four of them at Jones-Wheat. Mrs. Johnson is married to Ansley Johnson and lives in Bainbridge. She was also selected as the 2005-2006 "Teacher of the Year" at Jones-Wheat.
Karen May attended Mercer University in Macon, GA. She is currently in her eleventh year of teaching second grade. She enjoys being festive for the holidays and sharing new experiences with her two year old.
Amy Robinson graduated from Valdosta State University in 1997 with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She is currently working on her Master’s through NOVA Southeastern University. Mrs. Robinson will receive her Master’s degree in Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology in the spring of 2006. She taught three years in Grady County before joining the Decatur County staff. Mrs. Robinson has taught first grade for five years at Jones-Wheat Elementary and is now teaching second grade. She was also selected as the 2006-2007 "Teacher of the Year" at Jones-Wheat.
Delores Flemming has attended Bainbridge College, Albany State University and NOVA Southeastern University. She has a total of 20 years of service in the education field, 9 of those were as a paraprofessional and 12 years of teaching. Mrs. Flemming has recently received a Doctoral degree. She also enjoys reading and sewing in her spare time.
Sandra Hayes attended Bainbridge College and Valdosta State University. She has 16 years of experience teaching 3rd and 5th grades. Mrs. Hayes enjoys spending time with her grandchildren.
Susan Kelly attended Andrew College in Cuthbert, GA; the University of Georgia in Athens, GA; and Georgia Southwestern in Americus, GA. She has taught for 18 years in various cities across Georgia and Florida. Ms. Kelly has taught grades Pre-K, K, 1, 2, and 3 as well as EIP. Her hobbies are reading, taking beach trips, and Sunday afternoon rides.
Michael Lewis attended Valdosta State University and Thomas University where he earned his degree. This is his second year as a teacher at Jones-Wheat Elementary.
Patti Lowe earned a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master’s degree in Counseling from Valdosta State University. She has been teaching ten years. Mrs. Lowe is married and has three children.
Karen Kirkland is a student teacher this year with Ms. Kelly. She has been employed in the past as a paraprofessional in Kindergarten. She has graduated from Bainbridge College with an Associate's in Early Childhood Education. Ms. Kirkland is attending Albany State University to work on her Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education. Her hobbies are reading, cross-stitching, walking, and watching movies.
Cathy Cox has been teaching fourth grade at Jones-Wheat since March 1980. She graduated with a B.S. Degree from the University of North Dakota; and Valdosta State University with a Master of Education degree. Prior to moving to Bainbridge, her family was a military family, while her husband was on active duty in the Air Force. Her husband is also a teacher. Mr. Cox teaches seventh grade social studies at Hutto. Her two sons and daughter attended Decatur County schools. Mrs. Cox's parents, and siblings reside in North Dakota. Her vacations are spent in North Dakota and North Carolina visiting family. Her hobbies include entertaining her granddaughter, reading, cooking, swimming, and working with the Council of Catholic Women’s group.
Kimberly Council-Smith is originally from Grady County. She has been at Jones-Wheat since 2002. Ms. Council has taught 4th grade ever since!!
Heather Willis received a BA in Elementary Education from Flagler College, as well as a MA in Special Education from Florida State University. Mrs. Willis has worked 2 years in the New Jersey school system and one year teaching 4th and 5th grade in South Florida. Some of her hobbies are traveling, cooking, reading, and spending time with my family and friends. Her favorite quote from Charles R. Swindoll reads:
Teresa Bailey attended Troy State University for both undergraduate and graduate degrees. She has been teaching at Jones-Wheat for six years, 1 in 4th grade and 5 in 5th grade. Ms. Bailey is a big Georgia Bulldog Fan!! She also enjoys spending time with family and friends, going to the beach, watching movies, and going to UGA games.
Cindy Griffin earned a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Mars Hill College, North Carolina; and a Master's Degree in Early Childhood from Valdosta State University. She has taught since 1986; grades taught include 1st, 3rd, and 5th grades. Mrs. Griffin is married to Sheriff Wiley Griffin; they have two sons. She loves the Western North Carolina Mountains, polite & respectful children who want to learn, and THE GEORGIA BULLDAWGS! Her other favorite things are country music, cool weather, the color red, going to Athens to watch the DAWGS play, and reading a good book.
Michelle Cook has a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Valdosta State University. She is married with two children ages 14 and 9. She has 15 years teaching experience with 14 of those years within the Decatur County school system.
Mary Wilkin attended Valdosta State University, Troy State University, and NOVA Southeastern University. She has 20 years of experience teaching 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. Her hobbies are reading, camping, and antiquing. Mrs. Wilkin also enjoys spending time with her four grown daughters and her new grandson.
Theodora Carter received her undergraduate degree from Florida A&M University in Criminal Justice with a minor in social work. She also has a Master’s in Public Administration with a minor in Sociology and a Master’s of Education in Counseling PK-12 also from FAMU. Ms. Carter is the mother of two, a daughter, 18 and a son, 12. She also coaches the BYFL cheerleaders and teaches a Bible study class. Her hobbies and interests are sewing, reading, and selling Mary Kay Cosmetics.
Kim Adams attended Valdosta State University where she received a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Interrelated Special Education. She is in her 7th year of teaching.
Angela Grubbs attended Florida State University and earned a Bachelor of Science, Florida A&M University where she earned a Master of Education, and NOVA where she earned an Educational Specialist degree. She has been teaching for 7 years. Mrs. Grubbs works with the Special Education department in grades K-5. In her spare time she enjoys shopping with friends.
Kathy Martin graduated from Bethel College in Mishawaka, Indiana and received a Master’s from Nova. She has taught for 32 years in grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. Mrs. Martin has been at Jones-Wheat for 26 years. She has taught 5th grade for one year, 3rd grade for 15 years, and 1st grade for 10 years. She is married with two children. Her son lives in Fort Lauderdale where his wife is studying to be an optometrist. Her daughter is at Valdosta State wanting to be a high school biology teacher. Her husband works for Trinity Baptist Church. She loves to read and cook when she has time.
Dorothy L. Pierce has received a BS Degree in Early Childhood Education from Thomas University . Ms. Pierce has 6 years experience with K-5 Special Education and one year of experience with Pre-K. Her hobbies include: watching old movies, spending time on the computer, sports, and collecting antique jewelry.
Diane Welch is a Speech-Language Pathologist working in the public school system in Decatur County, Georgia. She enjoys working with children of all ages. Mrs. Welch's favorite hobby and “stress reducer” includes outdoor gardening and landscape architecture.
Michelle Jackson is a paraprofessional in the Special Education department. This is her second year at Jones-Wheat.
Tiffany LaCount is a paraprofessional in the Special Education department. Ms. LaCount holds an AA in Early Childhood Education. Her spare time is spent with her family and friends as well as traveling.
. Kellie A. Barton is an Honor graduate of Bainbridge High School. She attended Thomas University from 1997-1999 and Valdosta State University from 1999-2001. She holds a Bachelor of Music in Music Education and has a minor in Psychology. Mrs. Barton has been teaching music at Jones-Wheat since 2002. She is married to Jonathan Barton, who serves Decatur County as a Technology Specialist. The Bartons have no children, but do enjoy the company of their 3 dogs and 2 cats (which are all spoiled). Mrs. Barton loves spending time with family, teaching private piano, oboe and voice lessons, reading, and designing web pages.
Blake Carruthers attended Auburn University, Troy State University, and Albany State University. He received his Master's at Albany State. Coach Carruthers is certified for grades K-12 in physical education. He is beginning his third year at Jones - Wheat. He and his wife Kim have no children yet. His hobbies include coaching football and fishing.
Phyllis Faison attended Bainbridge High and Northwest Airline. She is returning for a third year as a paraprofessional for P.E. Ms. Faison enjoys playing softball and sleeping in her spare time.
Davonna Cosby is the new art teacher at Jones - Wheat. Mrs. Cosby attended Tusculum College in Greenville, Tennessee. She has 5 years of experience teaching students whose ages range from toddler to 5th grade. In her spare time she enjoys playing basketball and hanging out with her family.
Sheila McLendon is the accounting secretary at Jones-Wheat. She has been with Jones-Wheat 7 years. Mrs. McLendon is married with 2 children. Her hobbies are reading, listening to all types of music, traveling, and spending time with family.
Kim Ford is a secretary at Jones-Wheat. She has been at our school since 2001. She is married to Kevin Ford and they have two children, a daughter (16) and a son (13). Mrs. Ford's hobbies include baking and singing.
Lisa Taylor recently joined the staff at Jones-Wheat. She is a paraprofessional that lends a helping hand where ever she can. Ms. Taylor has two wonderful sons.
Bonnie Provence is our school nurse, she has been with us for 7 years. She received her Registered Nursing degree from Georgia Baptist Hospital School of Nursing in Atlanta, GA; and graduated from Albany State University in December 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Mrs. Provence was also a Labor and Delivery nurse for 13 years at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital before coming to Bainbridge Memorial Hospital and the school system. She and husband, Dan, have 2 children; a son, age 11 and a daughter, age 15. The Provences own the Springhill Christmas Tree Farm and attend Fellowship Baptist Church. Mrs. Provence enjoys reading, playing tennis, and spending time with friends and family.
Deirdre Daughtry attended Florida State University for a Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, as well as Doctorate degree in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. She has been teaching for 18 years in 2nd and 3rd grade. Mrs. Daughtry is currently Reading Lead Teacher for three elementary schools in Decatur County. Her hobbies include spending time with her two children: a daughter, who is 13 years old and a son, who is 9 years old. Her daughter is involved in cheerleading, soccer, and playing the piano. Her son is a member of Cub Scouts, and plays soccer, baseball, football, and basketball.
Our lunchroom staff includes: Faye Batts (Manager), Peggy Mills, Alice Stubbs, Linda Donalson, Teresa Lane and Angelia Price. Each one of these ladies does a wonderful job preparing and serving our staff, students, and visitors a warm breakfast and an enjoyable lunch.
Marcia Robinson attended Florida State University. She has 25 years of experience in the library setting. Ms. Robinson has been a children's librarian at the public library of Bainbridge. In her spare time she enjoys reading and Italian Greyhounds.
Melissa Harrell is a paraprofessional in the library. Mrs. Harrell is attending Bainbridge College. Some of her hobbies include reading, boating, watching football and spending time with her family, friends and pets.
CJ Henry, Sharonda Vickers and Chauance Green work very hard keeping our school beautiful.
