Greenwood Public Schools - Staff

DISTRICT STAFF

Robert Malenshek
Computer Tech

I graduated from Greenwood in 1994. I attended Westark College and finished my degree in Computer Information Systems in 2000. I started with the Greenwood School District in 2008.

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My Family: I have a daughter.
My Hobbies: Fishing, hunting, reading, and spending time with my daughter.
My Favorite Book or Author: Terry Goodkind

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Sheila Mann
Senior High Choir Director

I am from Ft. Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of High School in North Carolina. I earned my Bachelor of Music Education degree from the University of North Carolina Greensboro and a Masters Degree for Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. I began my teaching career in 1983 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1985.

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My Family: I’m married to George Mann and have one dog, Sebastian
My Hobbies: Reading
My Favorite Book or Author: Patricia Cornwell

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Choral Directors Association, American Choral Directors Association, Music Educators National Conference

Sonja Martin
Social Studies Teacher, Department Chair

I am from Heber Springs, Arkansas and a graduate of Heber Springs High School. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville and received my Teacher’s Certificate after attending Graduate School at the University of Arkansas, Little Rock. I began my teaching career in 1987 and have been with Greenwood Public Schools ever since.

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My Family: I’m married with one child
My Hobbies: Working with young people around the country, exhibiting Angus cattle, traveling, and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Anything having to do with the Arts

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, AEA, NEA, American Angus Association, American Angus Auxiliary

Andrew Maxwell
Math Teacher

I am from Booneville, Arkansas, and a graduate of Booneville High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree from the University of Arkansas Fort Smith. I began my teaching career in 2006 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2008.

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My Family: I have one brother.
My Hobbies: I enjoy many outdoor activities.
My Favorite Book or Author: C. S. Lewis

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Lori Mays
Paraprofessional

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Mary McAfee
Westwood Specialist

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Floyd Central High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 1999 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1999.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy camping, hiking with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: To Kill a Mocking Bird.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Anna McBride
Receptionist

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I have been with the Greenwood School District since 1994.

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My Family: I’m married with 4 children, 10 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my grandchildren and teaching at church
My Favorite Book or Author: The Bible

Professional Organizations and Membership: None

Lynda McCain
4th Grade Literacy and Social Studies Teacher

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Southside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 1988 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2003.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy cooking, tennis, and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Lois Lowry

Professional Organizations and Membership: None

Kathy McCaslin
Resource Officer

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Susan McClelland
B.A.S.S.

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Ashley McCombs
2nd Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 2001 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2001.

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My Family: I am happily married with one son named Cooper Ashton McCombs
My Hobbies: I love to go shopping and of course spend time with family and friends. My all time favorite hobby is traveling!
My Favorite Book or Author: A Case of Bad Stripes

Professional Organizations and Membership: None

Pam McCollom
Media Aide

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I began my school career in 1999 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1999.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy traveling and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: Crafting books

Professional Organizations and Membership: None

Jan McCone
7th Grade Teacher

I am from Booneville, Arkansas and a graduate of Booneville High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello and my Middle School Endorsement in 2007. I began my teaching career in 1992 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I’m married and have two daughters, one son-in-law; and a Teacup Yorkshire Terrier named Sally Ann.
My Hobbies: I enjoy singing, reading, and spending time with my family and friends.
My Favorite Book or Author: My Bible; The Best Devotions of Barbara Johnson

Professional Organizations and Membership: None

Melitta McCorkle
Jr. High Media Specialist

I am from Waldron, Arkansas and a graduate of Waldron High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education, library science k-12, and a minor in math degree from Ouachita Baptist University and a Masters in Media from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 1978 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1992.

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My Family: I have 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy playing the piano, reading, hunting, fishing and spending time with my kids
My Favorite Book or Author: The Bible

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Education Association

Beth McDaniel
GHS Nurse

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Dana McDaniel
Network Administrator

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Kerri McDaniel
District Treasurer

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Tammy McDaniel
3rd Grade Teacher

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Northside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1976 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1988.

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My Family: I have three children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: Nonfiction

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, AEA, and ACEI

Allen McDonald
Advanced Biological Sciences Teacher

I am from Malvern, Arkansas and a graduate of Malvern High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Education (Biology) degree from the University of Central Arkansas in Conway, Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1989 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1989.

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My Family: I am married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy golf, deer hunting, and playing guitar
My Favorite Book or Author: Stephen King

Professional Organizations and Memberships: National Association of Science Teachers, National Association of Biology Teachers.

Lynn McElroy
History Teacher, Coach (High School Track)

I am from Brinkley, Arkansas and a graduate of Brinkley High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in middle and secondary education degree from Southern Arkansas University. I began my teaching career in 1979 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1995.

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My Family: I’m married with two children
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family
My Favorite Book or Author: Andersonville Prison

Professional Organizations and Memberships: NEA and Arkansas Track Coaches Association

Melinda McEntire
East Hills Paraprofessional

I am from Dardanelle, Arkansas and a graduate of Dardanelle High School. I began my paraprofessional career in 1990 in Bryant, Arkansas. My family and I moved to Greenwood in 1994 and I have continued to pursue my career with the Greenwood School District.

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My Family: I am married and have 2 children; Jason and Amy. We also have 1 son-in-law, Kyle Magrini.
My Hobbies: I enjoy hanging out with my daughter. I also enjoy shopping, gardening, reading, cooking/baking, collecting cookbooks, and collecting postcards from across the United States.
My Favorite Book or Author: A Child Called “It” by Dave Pelzer

Professional Organizations and Memberships: I attend the 1st Baptist Church in Greenwood.

Becky McKinney
2nd Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the Arkansas Tech University Center. I began my teaching career in 1995 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1993.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: Reading and cooking.
My Favorite Book or Author: Gone With the Wind

Professional Organizations and Membership: None

Rachel McKinney
Kindergarten Teacher

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Brandie McKusker
Seventh Grade

I am from Joplin, Missouri and a graduate of Mansfield High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 2000 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2004.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy camping, cooking and spending time with my husband, kids and critters.
My Favorite Book or Author: Shel Silverstein

Professional Organizations and Memberships: National Science Teachers Association, Arkansas Science Teachers Association

Jill McMahan
1st Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education degree from the University of Arkansas Fort Smith. I began my teaching career in 2005 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2007.

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My Family: I’m married to Brennon McMahan.
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family, scrap-booking, and raising 3 dogs.
My Favorite Book or Author: Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss

Professional Organizations and Membership: None

Ruby Meador
Instructional Aide for ALE

I grew up in Oklahoma and graduated from Vinita High School in Vinita, Oklahoma. I have spent most of my adult life in Kansas. My husband and I moved to Arkansas in 2001 and we reside in Charleston.

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My Family: I am married to N.D. Meador. I have 2 children, a daughter who lives in Oklahoma City and a son who lives in Arkansas City, Kansas. He has blessed my life with 2 wonderful grandchildren, Alexander and Breeanna.
My Hobbies: I enjoy traveling.
My Favorite Book or Author: My favorite book is Living, Loving, Learning.

Professional Organizations and Membership: None

Rhonda Meeker
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I have lived in Greenwood most of my life. I have worked for the Greenwood School District for 16 years. I spend most of my time with my family and church.

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My Family: I am married and have 3 children and 2 grandchildren.
My Hobbies: shopping, camping, four-wheeling
My Favorite Book or Author: Joyce Meyer, the Twilight series

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Cheryl Mickle
Kindergarten Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor in elementary education k-6 degree from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1973 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1976.

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My Family: I am married to Hal Mickle, and have two children of my own. My son Chad Brixey is an civil engineer and is married to Leslie, they have 3 children. My daughter is Carrie Owenby she is a supervisor at ABF and is married to Cory Owenby, they have 3 boys.
My Hobbies: I have been on numerous committees and have had training in many new programs through out my teaching career. I was a cheerleading sponsor and moved up each year with my group from 7th to 12th grade. I co-sponsored in grades 11th and 12th and helped to start the first co-ed cheerleading program at Greenwood.
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Brenda Miller
Paraprofessional

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Debra Miller
3rd Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Associate Degree from Westark Community College . I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from the University of Central Arkansas . I began my teaching career in 1981 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1981.

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My Family: I’m married with one child.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading books and going to the lake with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: The Giving Tree

Professional Organizations and Membership: I belong to the Circle of Promise. The Project Compassion in Fort Smith and the library group.

Gail Miller
Computer Lab

I am from Anderson, Indiana and a graduate of Frankton High School. I took two years of computer courses from UACCB. I have been with the Greenwood School District since 1999.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children: Sarah, Holly, and Lucas and 2 grandchildren: Payton and Jaxon.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, raising a miniature donkey, teaching a Ladies Bible Study, going to Razorback football games, and playing with my grandchildren. I am also a children’s clown.
My Favorite Book or Author: I have too many favorites to pick just one. Some of them are: Mary Higgins Clark—I have all of hers. My favorite of hers is probably, “Where Are the Children?”, Lori Wick-Sophie’s Heart, Dee Henderson-The O’Malley Series, Karen Kingsbury-The Baxter Series, and many, many more.

Professional Organizations and Membership: None

Jared Miller
Jr. High Special Education Teacher

I am from Weatherford, Oklahoma and a graduate of Thomas High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Southwestern Oklahoma State University and a Special Education endorsement from the University of Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 2002 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy hunting, fishing, golfing, watching OU football (Boomer Sooner!), and spending time with family and friends.
My Favorite Book or Author: The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Sheila Miller
Media Aide

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Carolyn Milligan
Director of Food Service

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Camille Monchamp
5th Grade Teacher

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Northside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in education degree from the University of Central Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 2001 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2001.

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My Family: I’m married with 1 child.
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family and photography.
My Favorite Book or Author: Louis Sachar

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Bridgett Moore
3rd Grade Teacher

I am from Hackett, Arkansas and a graduate of Hackett High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas Tech University and a Masters in elementary education from Arkansas Tech University at Russellville. I began my teaching career in 2000 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I’m married with 1 child.
My Hobbies: I enjoy fishing and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Ida B

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Tricia Moore
5th Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary and special education degree from the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. I began my teaching career in 1994 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2000.

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My Family: I have three sisters and several nieces and nephews.
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and working in my yard. I also love to travel.
My Favorite Book or Author: The Bible and any books by Nicholas Sparks
Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Council for Teachers of Mathematics

John Moreton
High School Chemistry Teacher

I am from Mansfield, Arkansas, and a graduate of Mansfield High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1988 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2008.

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My Family: I’m married with no children
My Hobbies: I enjoy Golf, Fishing, and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: John Locke's 2nd Treatise on Civil Government.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Registered in the State of Arkansas as a Professional Engineer.

Joanna Morgan
Kindergartren Teacher

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Melissa Murdock
Special Ed Paraprofessional

I am a graduate of Van Buren high school. I started in the Greenwood School District as a substitute and was then hired as a paraprofessional.

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My Family: I am married and have 4 wonderful children.
My Hobbies: watching my children play ball
My Favorite Book or Author: Dr. Seuss

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Karen Murphy
Choir Teacher

I am from Huntington, Arkansas and a graduate of Magnolia High School. I earned my Bachelor of Music in Education degree from Henderson State University. I began my teaching career in 1992 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2003.

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My Family: I’m married to a wonderful man named Charlie and have 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy quilting and reading.
My Favorite Book or Author: Author: Beverly Lewis

Professional Organizations and Memberships: American Choral Directors Association.

Sherlett Myers
5th Grade Teacher

I am from Rogers, Arkansas and a graduate of Rogers High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood degree from the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith. I began my teaching career in 2004 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2004.

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My Family: I’m married with two sons.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and traveling with my family. We’ve seen the highlights in 49 states.
My Favorite Book or Author: My favorite book is Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Education Association, National Education Association, Arkansas Council Teachers of Mathematics, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, and Arkansas Middle Level Association.

Tina Neal
Special Education Teacher

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Southside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree from Arkansas Tech University and my Special Education endorsement from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in Greenwood and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2000.

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My Family: I have one daughter, Megan
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer and Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, Arkansas Education Association, National Education Association, Area IV Special Olympics Coach

Trisha Neal
Counselor

I am from Lavaca, Arkansas and a graduate of Lavaca High School. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in English Education degree from Arkansas Tech University and a Masters of Education in School Counseling and Leadership from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 1996 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2008.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: James Patterson & Dean Koontz

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas School Counselor Association (ArSCA) & Northwest Arkansas School Counselor Association (NWArSCA)

Melissa Neissl
Speech-Language Pathologist

I am from Charleston, Arkansas and a graduate of Charleston High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in speech-language pathology degree from the University of Central Arkansas and a Masters degree in speech-language pathology from the University of Central Arkansas at Conway. I began my teaching career in 1999 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2007.

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My Family: I’m single with no children
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, shopping, and listening to music with good friends
My Favorite Book or Author: Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

Professional Organizations and Memberships: American Speech-Language Hearing Association member

Leeanda Nelson
Administrative Asst./Help Desk Analyst

I am from Clinton, Arkansas and a graduate of Clinton High School. I have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I’m married to my wonderful husband, Eric. We have two teenage daughters Kara and Piper. We have a sweet little cat named Zoe.
My Hobbies: I enjoy scrapbooking, reading, watching movies (Johnny Depp) and spending time with family and friends.
My Favorite Book or Author: My favorite book is To Kill a Mockingbird. I also love anything by C.S. Lewis or Nicholas Sparks.

Peggy Newcomb
1st Grade Teacher

I am from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and a graduate of Nathan Hale High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Oklahoma State University and am currently working on my masters in reading through Harding University. I began my teaching career in 1978 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1995.

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My Family: I am married with 3 adult children, one son-in-law, and a grandbaby.
My Hobbies: I enjoy church activities, reading, watching movies, spending time with my family and going to Bulldog ballgames.
My Favorite Book or Author: Jan Brett – I love The Mitten and The Hat

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Association of Childhood Education International (ACEI), International Reading Association (IRA), and Arkansas Reading Association (ARA).

Justin Newhart
Construction Technology Teacher

I am from Charleston, Arkansas and a graduate of Charleston High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in technical education degree from Eastern Kentucky University located in Richmond, Kentucky. I began my teaching career in 1999 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2006.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy hunting, fishing, gardening, and camping.
My Favorite Book or Author: Modern Carpentry

Professional Organizations and Memberships: SkillsUSA, NATIE, NCCER, ASTE

Kim Newhart
7th Grade Math Teacher

I am from Charleston, Arkansas and a graduate of County Line High School. I earned my Bachelor of Psychology degree from the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith and I am currently working on a masters in School Counseling from the John Brown Univeristy. I began my teaching career in 2005 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2007.

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My Family: I’m married with 4 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy traveling to sporting events to watch my kids play
My Favorite Book or Author: Dr. James Dobson, Bringing up Boys

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Marcie Newhart
Media Specialist

I am from Charleston, Arkansas and a graduate of Bluegrass Baptist School in Lexington, KY. I earned my Bachelor of Science in early elementary education degree from Eastern Kentucky University and a Masters in Library Media from the University of Central Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1998 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2009.

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My Family: I’m married to Justin Newhart and we have 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family, camping, playing/listening to Bluegrass music, and reading.
My Favorite Book or Author: Big Stone Gap by Adriana Trigiani

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Association of Instructional Media, American Library Association, American Association of School Libraries, Arkansas Library Association

Kristi O'Dell
Paraprofessional/7th grade Literacy

I am from Midlothian, Texas and a graduate of Midlothian High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Child Development degree from Oklahoma Christian University in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. I have been with the Greenwood School District since 2009 after moving here from Denver, Colorado.

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My Family: I have been married for 21 years and we have two children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy the theater, reading, traveling, going on many mission trips and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Francine Rivers and Jan Karon

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Faye Oliver
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Janice Owens
Media Specialist

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas, and a graduate of Hector High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in secondary education from the Arkansas Tech University and a Masters in educational media from the Arkansas Tech University at Russellville. I began my teaching career in 1972 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1982.

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My Family: I have 2 grown children and 6 grandchildren.
My Hobbies: I enjoy working on genealogy, traveling and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Whichever one I am reading at the time.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, Arkansas Education Association, National Education Association, Arkansas Association of Instructional Media, Arkansas Society for Technology in Education and American Library Association

Barbara Parker
Physical Education Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Southside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary and secondary physical education from the University of Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1978 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1987.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy walking and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Barbara Calamari and Sandra DiPasqua

Professional Organizations and Memberships: American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. American Heart Association.

Richard Parker
4th Grade Teacher

I am from Paris, Arkansas and a graduate of Paris High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the University of Central Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1976 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1980.

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My Family: I’m married with no children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy fishing and camping.
My Favorite Book or Author: Old Man and the Sea

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Education Association, National Education Association, Greenwood Education Association, and Good Sam’s Club

Jeana Parks
Bookkeeper

I am from Van Buren, Arkansas and a graduate of Van Buren High School. I began my career in education in 1994 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my husband and children and working in my church.
My Favorite Book or Author: Psalms

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Darla Parnell
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Tim Peerbolte
Drama Teacher

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Southside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education and Technical Theatre degree from Oklahoma City University. I began my teaching career in 2007 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2007.

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My Family: Single
My Hobbies: Theatre, Fishing, Wakeboarding.
My Favorite Book or Author: Neil Simon, Samuel Beckett, Stephen Schwartz, Andrew Lloyd Webber

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Education Association, National Education Association, Arkansas Speech and Communication Association, Actors Equity Association, United States Institute for Technical Stagehand Employment

Penny Pence
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Leslie Peresta
Music Teacher

I am from North Little Rock, Arkansas, and a graduate of North Little Rock High School. I earned my Bachelor of Music Education degree from Arkansas State University. I began my teaching career in 1975 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1995.

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My Family: I have 2 grown children
My Hobbies: I enjoy visiting with family and friends, traveling, gardening, reading, and movies.
My Favorite Book or Author: My favorite author is John Grisham.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: AEA

Mary Jane Perrin
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Laura Phillips
Physical Education Teacher

I am from Washburn, Arkansas and a graduate of East Hardin High School. I earned my Bachelors in science degree from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville and a Masters in education from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1986 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1986.

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My Family: I live with my little dog and am surrounded by family.
My Hobbies: I enjoy fishing and swimming.
My Favorite Book or Author: The P.E. teacher for the Black Lagoon.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of
Greenwood, the Arkansas Education Association, the National Education
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Michelle Phillips
Seventh Grade

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Booneville High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education and secondary English degree from the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. I began my teaching career in 1996 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2000.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book : I love James Patterson, Nicholas Sparks, & John Grisham Books

Professional Organizations and Memberships: I am a member of AAMLE and The National Geographic Alliance

Karla Pittman
Elementary Music Teacher

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Northside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Music Education degree from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1980 and have been with the Greenwood School District since l980.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: Movies, theater, spending time with my children.
My Favorite Book or Author: John Grisham

Professional Organizations and Memberships: AEA

Gina Plunkett
Cafeteria

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Betty Pond
2nd Grade Teacher

I am from Sheridan, Wyoming and a graduate of Sheridan High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas Tech. I began my teaching career in 1995 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1995.

A little about me…

My Family: I’m married. I have two grown daughters that are married. I have four grandchildren.
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family and reading.
My Favorite Book or Author: Jan Brett

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Jeromy Poole
Health Teacher

I am from Russell, Arkansas and a graduate of Bald Knob High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in secondary education degree from the University of Central Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 2001 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2006.

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My Family: I’m married with 1 child
My Hobbies: I enjoy coaching football and spending time with my son.
My Favorite Book or Author: Red Beyond Football

Professional Organizations and Memberships: USA Weight Lifting, USA Sports Performance, and Arkansas High School Coaches Association

Traci Poole
Westwood Specialist

I am from Jacksonville, Arkansas and a graduate of North Pulaski High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas State University and a Masters in Reading from the University of Central Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 2000 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2006.

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My Family: I’m married with 1 child.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Nora Roberts

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Mike Posey
Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (AFJROTC)

I am from Southern California and a graduate of San Fernando High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Finance degree from the College of the Ozarks and completed Air Command and Staff College at the Air University, Maxwell AFB. I began my teaching career in 2000 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2000.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy working in the yard and spending time with my kids and grandkids.
My Favorite Book or Author: See You at the Top

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Life member of the Air Force Association and the Military Officer Association of America, member the Reserve Peace Officer Association, California Narcotics Officer Association, and Deacon Board of Greenwood First Assembly

Sonya Post
7th Grade Science Teacher

I am from Newark, Arkansas and a graduate of Newark High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from the John Brown University and a Masters in Health Science from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 2003 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2003.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy running/walking and Antique shopping
My Favorite Book or Author: I like most all Biographies

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Activities Association, National Science Teachers Association

Rachael Presson
Math Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in business administration degree from Arkansas State University. I began my teaching career in 2007 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2007.

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My Family: I’m married with 1 child
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, watching sports, and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Mary Higgins Clark

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Karen Preston
Science Teacher

I am from Booneville, Arkansas and a graduate of Booneville High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Composite Science from the University of the Ozarks in Clarksville, Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1994 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2000.

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My Family: I’m divorced with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading about science and history and spending time with my children.
My Favorite Book or Author: Many books are old friends to me. I particularly enjoyed “The Barbarians” by Terry Jones and any book by Clive Cussler.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: National Association of Physics Teachers

Monica Pruitt
Psychological Examiner

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Debra Pyles
1st Grade Teacher

I am from Mansfield, Arkansas and a graduate of Waldron High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1990 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1990.

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My Family: I’m married with 5 children and 5 grandchildren.
My Hobbies: I enjoy riding 4 wheelers, jeeping and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Max Lucado

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Joyce Qualls
Cafeteria

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Amber Quillman
Self-contained Special Education Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Special Education degree from the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. I began my teaching career in 2009 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2009.

A little about me…

My Family: I am single.
My Hobbies: I enjoy photography and traveling. I love to spend time with friends and family.
My Favorite Book or Author: The Hello Goodbye Window

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Council for Exceptional Children

Carol Reed
6th Grade Literacy and Social Studies Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Waldron High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary/Special Education and my Master’s degree from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1988 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1988.

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My Family: I am single with one married son and two grandchildren
My Hobbies: I enjoy walking and reading
My Favorite Book or Author: John Grisham

Professional Organizations and Memberships: National Education Association, Arkansas Education Association, Greenwood Education Association, Middle Level Education Association

Renner Reed
Assistant Basketball Coach; Civics and PE Teacher

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Clay Reeves
Head Girls Basketball Coach

I am from Eudora, Arkansas and a graduate of Ross Van Ness High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in physical education degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello and a Masters in kinesiology from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1988 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2003.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: Watching t.v., reading, and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: John C. Maxwell

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas High School Coaches Association.National Education Association, Arkansas Education Association

Amy Fisher
High School Spanish Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Education degree from Arkansas Tech University and a Masters in Religion from Abilene Christian University. I began my teaching career in 2003 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2003.

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My Family: I have a cat.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, traveling, technology, and pop culture.
My Favorite Book or Author: The Ape and the Sushi Master by Frans de Waal

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Foreign Language Teacher’s Association

Hilary Richardson
5th Grade Teacher

I am from Lavaca, Arkansas and a graduate of Lavaca High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education degree from the University of Arkansas- Fort Smith. I began my teaching career in 2007 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2007.

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My Hobbies: I enjoy any outdoor activities and spending time with friends and family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Letters from Rifka by Karen Hesse

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Teena Riggs
Secretary

I am from Tichnor, Arkansas and a graduate of Gillett High School. I began my school career in 2005 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I’m married with 1 child
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Curious George Goes to School

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Brenda Risley
District Treasurer

I am from Farmington, New Mexico and a graduate of Farmington High School. I have been with the Greenwood School District since 2004.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: Linda Chaikin

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Dianne Roach
2nd Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Bono High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas State University at Jonesboro. I began my teaching career in 1970 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2000.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children and 7 grandchildren.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Karen Kingsbury

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Stephanie Robb
Jr. High Math Teacher

I am from Mountain Home, Arkansas and a graduate of Mountain Home High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree from Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1989 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1990.

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Professional Organizations and Memberships: AEA and NEA

LaDonna Robbins
5th Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Business Management degree from the University of Central Arkansas and my educational training from the College of the Ozarks. I began my teaching career in 1999 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2004.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy running, walking, playing the piano, singing, and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: Gordon Korman

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Debra Rodriquez
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Christi Rohrer
Paraprofessional

I am from Poteau, Oklahoma and a graduate of Poteau High School. I began my school career in 2005 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I am married and have 2 children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with kids and going to the movies.
My Favorite Book or Author: Joyce Meyers

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Teresa Rose
Assistant Principal / Federal Coordinator

I am from Mount Ida, Arkansas and a graduate of Mount Ida High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in early childhood education degree from the University of Central Arkansas and a Masters in educational administration from Henderson State University. I began my teaching career in 1996 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2004.

A little about me…

My Family: I’m married with 1 child
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, shopping, and spending time with my family and friends.
My Favorite Book or Author: When Crickets Cry

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators, Arkansas Association of Elementary School Principals, Arkansas Association of Federal Coordinators, and National Association of Federal Education Program Administrators

Nancy Sadler
Paraprofessional

I am from Webbers Falls, Oklahoma and a graduate of Webbers Falls High School. I began working in 1979 and have been with the Greenwood School District ever since.

A little about me…

My Family: I have two children and seven grandchildren.
My Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my grandchildren.
My Favorite Book or Author: To Kill a Mockingbird and the Twilight Series

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Area IV Special Olympics

Kris Sanders
Paraprofessional

I have worked several years for the Greenwood School District in different positions and I am now a paraprofessional in the pre-school program.

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My Family: I am married and have 4 children who have all graduated from Greenwood.
My Hobbies: cooking, growing flowers, reading when I can find the time
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Sandra Sanders
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Judy Saxton
5th Grade Teacher/Cheer Coach

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Southside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Speech/Language degree from Henderson State University. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Arkansas Tech in Russellville, Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1987 at the Van Buren School District and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1992.

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My Family: I have a daughter, Morgan Elizabeth Saxton
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, sports, and spending time with my daughter
My Favorite Book or Author: Bible

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Education Association & National Educational Association

Malynda Sayers
3rd Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Journalism degree from Arkansas Tech University and a Masters in Teaching from the University of Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 2005 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2000.

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My Family: I’m married to Michael with 2 sons.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, exploring the great outdoors, and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Patterson or any Beverly Cleary book

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Early Childhood Association and member of First Baptist Church of Greenwood

Shirley Shepherd
Bookkeeper

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Charleston High School. I began my secretarial career in 1975 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1994.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children and 1 grandchild
My Hobbies: I enjoy hiking, camping, reading, and spending time with family
My Favorite Book or Author: John Grissom

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Faith Short
6th Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Hackett High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 1997 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2006.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy going to my kids’ ball games, reading, and shopping
My Favorite Book or Author: Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Larry Shuck
Jr. High Career Orientation Teacher/Football & Soccer Coach

I am from Del City Oklahoma and a graduate of Del City High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. I have been teaching and coaching since 1984 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy running and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Favorite authors: John Grisham, Billie Letts, and Dean Koontz.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas High School Coaching Association

Michell Sikes
Reading Therapy Paraprofessional

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Waldron High School. I have been with the Greenwood School District since 2001.

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My Family: I’m married to Keith Sikes and we have 2 wonderful boys.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, going to movies, and spending time with my family and friends.
My Favorite Book or Author: Nicholas Sparks is my favorite author. I love all of his books.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Joel Sillavan
High School Band Director

I am from Chicago, Illinois and a graduate of Mena High School. I earned my Bachelor of Music degree from Arkansas Tech University in Russellville. I began my teaching career in 1990 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2003.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy music and spending time with my wife and kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: Greg Bear

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Phi Beta Mu International School Bandmaster Fraternity, Arkansas Band Association, Arkansas State Band and Orchestra Association

JoElla Skaggs
Social Studies Teacher, Greenwood Education Foundation

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from Howard Payne University and a Masters in educational administration from Texan A & M University - Commerce. I began my teaching career in 1979 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1992.

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My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and spending time with my nieces and nephews and my five sisters and two brothers.
My Favorite Book or Author: I enjoy reading Tom Clancy and John Grisham but my favorite book is To Kill a Mockingbird.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Michael Skaggs
High School English Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1996 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1996.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy various sports.
My Favorite Book or Author: Jack London

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Golden Key International Honor Society

Cathy Smart
Speech Pathologist

I am from Charleston, Arkansas and a graduate of Charleston High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in speech language pathology degree from the University of Central Arkansas and a Masters in communication disorders from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1999 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2002.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children
My Hobbies: My hobbies are spending time with my children, watching football and basketball games, and playing golf with my husband. I enjoy getting the opportunity to spend time with my friends as well.
My Favorite Book or Author: Nicholas Sparks

Professional Organizations and Memberships: American Speech Language and Hearing Association, Arkansas Board Examiners of Speech Language Pathology and Audiology

Alta Smith
Trainer

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Brandy Smith
Kindergarten Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree from University of Arkansas Fort Smith. I began my teaching career in 2005 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I am married. We have 2 children, Devon and Hoyt.
My Hobbies: I enjoy being outdoors and spending time with family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Author/Illustrator: Eric Carl

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Member of First Baptist Church of Greenwood, Upward Cheer Coach for 3 years.

Carolyn Smith
Guidance Counselor

I am from Roland, Oklahoma and a graduate of Roland High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Northeastern State University (NSU) in Tahlequah, OK. I have Masters Degrees from NSU in Special Education, School Counseling, and Educational Administration. I began my career in education in 1992 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1995.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 wonderful children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy shopping, scrap booking, and spending time with my family and friends.
My Favorite Book or Author: I enjoy John Grisham novels and memoirs of former first ladies.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: American Association of School Counselors, Arkansas School Counselors Association, Arkansas Mental Health in Education Association, Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators, and a member of Westwood PTO.

Kyle Smith
Paraprofessional

I am from Hobbs, New Mexico and a graduate of Hobbs High School. I began working in 1998 and have been with the Greenwood School District ever since.

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My Family: I am married and have one son, Cole.
My Hobbies: I enjoy watching the Dallas Cowboys!
My Favorite Book or Author: You’ve Got Nothing Coming by Jimmy Learner

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Area IV Special Olympics.

Stephanie Smith
Reading Therapy

I am from Ozark, AR. and graduated as an Ozark Hillbilly. I have been with the Greenwood School District since 2004.

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My Family: I am married and have one son and one stepson.
My Hobbies: reading, plants and flowers, outdoor activities
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Debbie Sobolewski
Director of Technology

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my General Technology degree as well as my Computer Networking – Admin and my Computer Networking – Engineer Certification from the University of Arkansas Fort Smith. I began my computer career in 1995 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2004.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy running, biking, camping…anything outdoors and of course spending time with my family.
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Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Maria Sosebee
Kindergarten Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the University of Arkansas Fort Smith. I began my teaching career in 2006 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2006.

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My Family: I’m married to Nathan Sosebee.
My Hobbies: I enjoy the outdoors and spending time with my family and friends.
My Favorite Book or Author: Patricia Pollaco books

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Michell Spain
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Janet Staed
7th Grade Keyboarding Teacher

I am from Harrisburg, Arkansas and a graduate of Harrisburg High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in business education degree with a Vocational endorsement from Arkansas State University and a Masters in education from Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1971 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1997.

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My Family: I’m married with 5 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy working in the yard and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: no favorite

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Pam Stallings
Computer Lab Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I have been with the Greenwood School District since 1987.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children and 1 grandchild.
My Hobbies: I enjoy exercising, reading, and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Dee Henderson

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Greenwood Education Association and the Arkansas Education Association.

Mark Steele
Jr. High Band Director

I am from North Little Rock, Arkansas and a graduate of Ole Main High School. I earned my Bachelor of Music Education degree from Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1986 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1994.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy performing and writing music
My Favorite Book or Author: Frank Peretti and John Grisham

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas School Band and Orchestra Association, Arkansas Bandmasters Association, Phi Mu Alpha, an International School Bandmaster Fraternity

Officer David Stewart
Resource Officer

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Carlene Stiegler
Reading Recovery Teacher

I am from Chicago, Illinois and a graduate of Cardinal Stritch High School. I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Reading at the College of the Ozarks, and my Reading Recovery Certification from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. I began my teaching career in 1983 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1986.

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My Family: I’m married with three married children and 8 grandchildren.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, swimming and traveling to visit grandchildren.
My Favorite Book: I enjoy reading all genres, no favorite.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: National Education Association, Education Association of Greenwood, and past member of A.C.E.I.

Linda Strawser
School-Based Mental Health Therapist

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Northside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and a Masters in Counseling Psychology from the University of Central Arkansas. I became a Licensed Psychological Examiner in 1997 and am a Certified Mediator. I have been with the Greenwood School District since 2008.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children and 5 grandchildren.
My Hobbies: I enjoy collecting antiques, landscaping, gardening and spending time with my grandchildren.
My Favorite Book or Author: Richard Bach and Stephen Covey

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Mental Health in Education Association (ARMEA),

Bruce Street
Maintenance

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Crystal Strozier
Special Education Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree from the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. I began my teaching career in 2005 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2007.

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My Family: I’m married with 1 child
My Hobbies: I enjoy working out, watching football and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: The Kissing Hand

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Rosalyn Strozier
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Barbara Styles
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Education degree from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1985 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1985.

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My Family: I have 1 child
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading.
My Favorite Book or Author: John Grishom

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Joe Svetlecic
6th Grade Teacher

I am from Raytown, Missouri and a graduate of Raytown South High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 1995 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1998.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children and 4 grandchildren
My Hobbies: I enjoy coin collecting and woodworking.
My Favorite Book or Author: Tom Clancy

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Education Association and National Education Association

Scott Sweeten
Maintenance

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Carrie Taliaferro
Social Studies Teacher/Varsity Cheer Coach

I am from White Hall, Arkansas and a graduate of White Hall High School. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in History degree from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary Education from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 2006 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2006.

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My Family: I’m married
My Hobbies: I enjoy watching movies and going to Razorback games.
My Favorite Book or Author: Mary Higgins Clark

Professional Organizations and Memberships: AEA, NEA, NCSS

Brandon Tate
Counselor

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the Arkansas Tech University and a Masters in School Counseling and Leadership from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 1998 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1999.

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My Hobbies: I enjoy running and spending time with family and friends.
My Favorite Book or Author: The Firm by John Grisham

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Counseling Association, Northwest School Counseling Association, and American Cancer Society Relay for Life

Carolyn Tarver
Senior English Teacher English Dept. Head Senior Sponsor

I am from Forrest City, Arkansas and a graduate of Forrest City High School. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in secondary education degree from State College of Arkansas , a Masters in Gifted and Talented from the Arkansas Tech., and an Administration Certification from the University of Central Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1970 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1970.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Michener's books and the books of R. Pilcher

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, AEA, NEA, Education Foundation Board Member

Brenda Taylor
Special Education Teacher

I am from Lavaca, Arkansas and a graduate of Lavaca High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1987 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1987.

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My Family: I’m married and have 1 cat
My Hobbies: I like to shop and spend time with my nieces
My Favorite Book or Author: Robbie Razorback by Dave Sargent

Professional Organizations and Memberships: NEA

Tanya Taylor
5th Grade Paraprofessional

I am from San Diego, California and a graduate of Poway High School. I earned my Associates Degree from Palomar College in San Marcos, California. I began my teaching career in 2001 with home schooling and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2009.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children.
My Hobbies: I love laughing and playing with my family and living everyday to the fullest!
My Favorite Book or Author: The Bible, divinely inspired by Jesus Christ.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: First Baptist Church Bible study leader, Assistant Girl Scout leader, Boy Scout committee member.

Donna Tester
Media Specialist

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Northside High School in Fort Smith. I earned my Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree in Art Education from Arkansas Tech University in Russellvillle and my masters degree in Educational Media from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 1984 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1989.

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My Family: I have a daughter, Heather
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and crafts
My Favorite Book or Author: The Frog Prince, Continued by Jon Scieszka

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, Arkansas Association of Instructional Media, and Scott Sebastian County Friends of the Library

Eneldia Berlanga-Thames
Special Education Teacher

I am from Houston, Texas, and a graduate of Waltrip High School. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Academic Studies with a minor in Spanish and Master of Education in Educational Administration degrees from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. I began my teaching career in 1997, and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2006.

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My Family: I have a wonderful husband and a beautiful daughter.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, baking, and gardening.
My Favorite Authors: Isabelle Allende, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Laura Esquivel, Gabriel García Márquez, and Edgar Allen Poe

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Laurie Thames
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JoNell Thomas
Specialist Jobs for Arkansas’ Graduates

I am from Conway, Arkansas and a graduate of Conway High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education and special education from the University of Central Arkansas and received my vocational endorsement from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1980 at Greenwood High School.

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My Family: I’m married and have 3 sons and 6 grandchildren.
My Hobbies: I enjoy walking, reading, making music, and playing with my grandchildren.
My Favorite Book or Author: Nicholas Sparks

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Jobs for Americas' Graduates, Arkansas Career and Technical Education Association, National Career and Technical Educational Association and Arkansas Waiver Association.

Cathy Thompson
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Michelle Turner
2nd Grade Teacher

I am from Hobbs, New Mexico and a graduate of Hobbs High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the College of the Southwest and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, New Mexico. I began my teaching career in 2005 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2007.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy shopping, traveling, boating, camping, and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Nicolas Sparks and Fern Michaels

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Robin Vanderheiden
Reading Therapy

I am from Ft. Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Southside High School.

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My Family: I’m married with 1 child
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and scraapbooking.
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Eleanor Wallace
Bookkeeper

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Southside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in literature degree from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. I worked as a substituted teacher with the Greenwood Schools before becoming the bookkeeper in 2006.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children
My Hobbies: Watching my boys play sports (football, basketball, soccer, tennis) and serving as a volunteer trap shooting coach for the school
My Favorite Book or Author: pretty much all of them

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Sue Wallace
Special Education Secretary

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Jessica Walton
3rd Grade Teacher

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Southside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the University of Arkansas- Fort Smith. I began my teaching career in 2008 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2008.

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My Family: I’m married with no children
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, photography, being with family, and playing softball.
My Favorite Book or Author: Mary Higgins Clark

Professional Organizations and Memberships: none

Jennifer Wall
Special Education Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education degree from the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith and Special Education Endorsement from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 2004 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2004.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy playing tennis, shopping, and spending time with family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Any “Joey Pigza” book by Jack Gantos

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Linda Ware
6th Grade Teacher

I am from Mansfield, Arkansas and a graduate of Wister High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementarv Education from Oklahoma State University and a Masters in Early Childhood Education from Oklahoma State University.. I began my teaching career in 1966 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1985.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, shopping, and spending time with my husband and daughter.
My Favorite Book or Author: Robert Frost’s Poem, “The Road Not Taken”

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, the National Education Association, and the Arkansas Association of Middle Level Education.

Meryl Ware
Media Specialist

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the College of the Ozarks and a Masters in instructional Media from the Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 1984 at Charleston Jr. High and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1985.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, sewing and sports.
My Favorite Book or Author: Are many due to my job.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Library Assocation and the International Reading Association

Leslie Watts
1st Grade Teacher

I am from Paris, Arkansas and a graduate of Paris High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in early childhood education degree from the University of Central Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1990 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2002.

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My Family: I’m married to Phil Watts. We have 2 sons Jake and Clay
My Hobbies: I enjoy watching my boys play sports (football and baseball)
My Favorite Book or Author: I like reading Kevin Henkes books to my class.

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Phil Watts
A.L.E. Paraprofessional/Assistant Baseball Coach

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas, and a 1984 graduate of Northside High School. I have a bachelors degree in health and p. e. , I attended Arkansas Tech University and graduated from College of the Ozarks in 1989. I was an operations coordinator in the transportation industry for many years before starting my teaching career in 2004. I have been in the Greenwood Schools since 2006.

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My Family: I'm married to Leslie, a first grade teacher at Westwood. We have two sons, Jake and Clay.
My Hobbies: I enjoy watching my sons play baseball and football. I also enjoy a good nap!!!!
My Favorite Book or Author: The Bible, especially the New Testament

Professional Organizations and Memberships: I'm a deacon at First Baptist in Greenwood

Jay Weaver
Maintenance

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Teri Weaver
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Jana Weeks
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Mary Beth Whipkey
4th Grade Teacher

I am from West Texas and a graduate of Plainview High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Social Work and a minor in sociology from West Texas State University. I earned my masters degree in education from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1998 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1998.

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My Family: I’m married with 4 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with my family and friends.
My Favorite Book or Author: C. S. Lewis

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, NEA, AEA

Jill White
Reading Recovery Teacher

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Margo Whiteaker
4th Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Siloam Springs High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Special Education degree from the University of Arkansas and graduate work in Special Education from ECU in Ada, Oklahoma, and NEOSU in Talequah, Oklahoma. I began my teaching career in 1976 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1992.

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My Family: I have two wonderful children, Ashley and Phil. They are both graduates of GHS.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and remodeling homes.
My Favorite Book or Author: Dr. Phil Mc Graw

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, AEA/NEA

Donnie Whitson
Principal

I am from Ozark, Arkansas and a graduate of Ozark High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science Physical Education degree from Arkansas Tech University and a Masters in Educational Administration from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1979 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1980.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy fishing and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Dean Koontz and Tom Clancy

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators, Arkansas Association of Middle Level Administrators, Arkansas Association of Middle Level Educators, Board of Directors Arkansas Association of Middle Level Administrators

Megan Whitson
3rd Grade Teacher

I am from Charleston, Arkansas and a graduate of Charleston High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 2000 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2000.

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My Family: I’m married to Josh
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and cheering on the Razorbacks.
My Favorite Book or Author: Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, AEA/NEA

Trisha Wilkinson
3rd Grade Teacher

I am from Poplar Bluff, MO and a graduate of Poplar Bluff High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Delta State University in Cleveland, MS and a Masters in Education from Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, MO. I began my teaching career in 1995 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: Jeffery Deaver

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Celeste Williams
Reading Recovery Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from Ouachita Baptist University and a Masters in educational administration from Henderson State University and certified for Reading Recovery in 1999. I began my teaching career in 1985 at Northwestern State University, Louisiana and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1999.

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My Family: I am married with 4 children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, sewing, and gardening.
My Favorite Author: Max Lucado

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Delta Kappa Gamma and a member of the Greenwood Historical Society.

Connie Williams
Career Orientation Teacher

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Southside High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in mathematics degree from Texas A & M-Texarkana. I began my teaching career in 2000 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2001.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy running and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: 90 Minutes in Heaven

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, Arkansas Education Association, National Education Association.

Lori Williams
Media Aide/Computer Tech

I am from Eureka, California and a graduate of Idabel High School. I graduated from Bear Valley School of Biblical Studies in Denver, Colorado. I started working at Wells Jr. High in 1998.

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My Family: I have 3 children and 5 grandchildren
My Hobbies: I enjoy running, gardening, cooking, and camping
My Favorite Book or Author: Follow the River by Alexander Thom

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Pam Williams
Secretary

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I worked as a secretary for the Fort Smith Public Schools for 25 years. I began working for the Greenwood Public Schools in 2007.

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My Family: I am married and have 3 children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy going to sporting events and spending time with my husband, Logan, Landon and Lundon
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Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Ronnie Williams
Jr. High Civics Teacher/Jr. High Girls Basketball Coach

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in social studies from Arkansas Tech University in Russellville. I began my teaching career in 1980 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2006.

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My Family: I have been married to my wife Pam for 27 years and we have 3 children.
My Hobbies: I enjoy playing golf and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: The Bible and Bleachers

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas High School Coaches Association

Angela Wilson
Paraprofessional

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Suzy Wilson
Assistant Principal

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree from Arkansas Tech University and a Masters in Educational Administration from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. I began my teaching career in 1995 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1995.

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My Family: Married with 2 children, Tyler and Allie.
My Hobbies: Watching Razorback football and all Bulldog Sports
My Favorite Book or Author: The Gift

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Greenwood Preschool Center Advisory Board, NAEYC, AAESP

Amanda Wise
Special Education Aide

I am from Pocola, Oklahoma and a graduate of Pocola High School. I have been working in Special Education Since 1997. I am fluent in Sign language and I also recieved my cosmetology liscense in 2002.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children. I also have a greyhound which is very much a part of the family!
My Hobbies: I enjoy the outdoors, scrapbooking, and spending time with my kids.
My Favorite Book or Author: Twilight series

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Bruce Womack
9th Grade Physical Science Teacher

I am from Charleston, Arkansas and a graduate of Charleston High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Education degree from the University of Central Arkansas. I began my teaching career in 1991 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1992.

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My Family: I’m married with three children
My Hobbies: Fishing and wood cutting
My Favorite Book or Author: All is Quiet on the Western Front

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Jami Wood
Art Teacher

I am from Shirley, Arkansas and a graduate of Shirley High School. I earned my Bachelors of Art in Fine Art degree from Arkansas Tech University and Educational Certification through Arkansas Dept. of Education. I began my teaching career in 2005 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2001.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 sons.
My Hobbies: I enjoy jigsaw puzzles and fishing with my husband and sons.
My Favorite Book or Author: The Dot and Where the Wild Things Are

Professional Organizations and Memberships: National Education Association

Pam Wyckoff
Media Aide

I am from Columbus, Mississippi and a graduate of Caldwell High School. I have worked as a Library Aide in Siloam Springs, AR before moving to Greenwood and I have also worked in the Columbus City Schools as a secretary to the Assistant Superintendent.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading and watching my children at anything they do
My Favorite Book or Author: The Teacher’s Funeral by Richard Peck

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Janis Yancey
3rd Grade Teacher

I am from El Dorado, Arkansas and a graduate of El Dorado High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from the College of the Ozarks with graduate hours from the U of A. I began my teaching career in 1979 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 1979, left after one year and returned in 1987.

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My Family: I’m married with 3 children and 2 grandchildren
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, traveling, and spending time with my family
My Favorite Book or Author: Jan Brett

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Education Association of Greenwood, AEA, NEA, former State president of Childhood Education International, Pathwise Mentor, and the Friends of the Library

Chris Young
Assistant Football Coach/Soccer Coach/Geometry and Algebra Teacher

I am from Fort Smith, Arkansas and a graduate of Northside High School. I earned my BSE degree from the University of Central Arkanasas. I began my teaching career in 2000 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2000.

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My Family: I’m married with 2 children
My Hobbies: I enjoy golfing and spending time with my wife and kids
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Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas High School Coaches Association

Emily Young
7th Grade Math/Literacy Teacher

I am from Crossett, Arkansas and a graduate of Crossett High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in elementary education degree from the University of Central Arkansas and a Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the UALR, William H. Bowen School of Law. I began my teaching career in 2005 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2009.

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My Family: I’m married and have a dog, Maggie, and 3 cats, Salem, Ezzie, and Merl.
My Hobbies: I enjoy reading, gardening, traveling, and fishing
My Favorite Book or Author: Adult book - Annie Freeman’s Fabulous Traveling Funeral; Young adult book – Hunger Games

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Bar Association

Kelly Young
1st Grade Teacher

I am from Greenwood, Arkansas and a graduate of Greenwood High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science in early childhood education degree from Arkansas Tech University. I began my teaching career in 2003 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2005.

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My Family: I’m married to Chris Young and have 2 children, Cooper and Kenzie.
My Hobbies: I enjoy being outdoors and spending time with my family.
My Favorite Book or Author: Junie B. Jones

Professional Organizations and Memberships: None

Tammy Zachary
Physical Education

I graduated from Muldrow High School. I attended NSU and Westark. I love my job because who else gets to play all day and get paid for it. I have been employed with the Greenwood School District since 1998.

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My Family: I am married and have one son and one daughter.
My Hobbies: going to the beach, cooking, and being outdoors
My Favorite Book or Author: John Patterson

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Roy Zimmerman
Jr. High Choir Director & HS Choir Asst. Director

I am from Lavaca, Arkansas and a graduate of Vilonia High School. I earned my Bachelor of Music Education degree from the University of Central Arkansas in Conway. I began my teaching career in 1997 and have been with the Greenwood School District since 2003.

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My Family: I’m married to Meleia Zimmerman and have one daughter, Reagan
My Hobbies: Singing/playing guitar, watching the Arkansas Razorbacks, & Dallas Cowboys.
My Favorite Book or Author: Dr. Suess’s Green Eggs and Ham

Professional Organizations and Memberships: Arkansas Choral Directors Association, American Choral Directors Association, Music Educators National Conference