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Mrs. Carey Burkhalter - ESL
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Mrs. Tina Chadwick - School Counselor
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Mr. Philip Ellis - CCR
East Carolina University - Bachelor of Science in Special Education, Reading Instruction (concentration)
Howdy! My name is Philip Ellis and I am happy to say I will be spending my first-year teaching at Swift Creek Elementary! I am very excited to begin my teaching career here with everyone. I graduated this past May from East Carolina University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education along with a concentration in reading instruction. I am from Greenville, North Carolina and enjoy spending time with my family every chance that I get! I have a dog named Minnie who is SUPER cool and a joy to be around. I have discovered that teaching is my passion and cannot wait to work with everyone in the Swift Creek community to help our cougars achieve all of their goals!
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Mrs. Heather Hill - Psychologist
Appalachian State University - Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Appalachian State University - Master of Arts in School Psychology
I'm Heather Holt Hill, SCES's new school psychologist! My husband, daughter and I just moved to Durham from western North Carolina! I got my undergraduate degree from Appalachian State University in Psychology. I loved Boone so much that I decided to stick around for three more years to get my Master of Arts and Specialist degrees in School Psychology! I love doing yoga, reading, and quilting!
Twitter: @SkulSykeologist
Email: hhill@wcpss.net
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Mrs. Sharon Hizer - Intervention
East Carolina University - Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction, School Administration
Kean University - Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
National Board Certification in Special Education
I am originally from Elizabeth, NJ. My husband of almost 18 years and I decided to relocate to North Carolina in 2008 to raise our 3 beautiful daughters, Ashley, Maya, and Brenda. While there are family, friends, and places that we miss, We Love North Carolina!
This is my 15th year in education. I taught special education for 12 years before coming to Swift Creek as the Intervention Teacher in 2016. I look forward to having an amazing year with our Swifties!
Email: shizer@wcpss.net
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Ms. Vickie Hyder - CCR
Appalachian State University - Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
(Certifications: K-6 General Curriculum, K-12 Special Education General Curriculum, K-12 Special Education Adaptive Curriculum)
"If I can stop one heart from breaking,
I shall not live in vain;
If I can ease one life the aching,
Or cool one pain,
Or help one fainting robin
Unto his nest again,
I shall not live in vain."
As a 4th grader, Emily Dickinson's touching poem inspired me to become a teacher. My aspiration as a teacher is to inspire and encourage others to achieve their potential. My desire is to carry forth with the torch of determination, the spark of hope, and the love of learning that I was given by my teachers. The opportunity to be a part of the Swift Creek family is an honor and I am so happy to be here.
This year I begin my 6th year with Wake County. Before working in Wake County I was a resource teacher in Nash-Rocky Mount, a Kindergarten teacher in Georgia, and the supervisor of two Information Centers at the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce. I enjoy hiking, tennis, reading, and spending time with friends and my cat. I look forward to meeting you.
Email: vhyder@wcpss.net
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Mrs. Suzanna Krutsch - AIG
Penn State - Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
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Mrs. Sarah Mailhot - Instructional Facilitator & Literacy Coach
Appalachian State University - Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education
North Carolina University - Bachelor of Science in K-12 Reading Education
Appalachian State University - Graduate Certificate in School Administration
Hi Swifties! My name is Sarah Mailhot and this will be my 10th year in education. I taught first grade, third grade, and fifth grade before becoming a Literacy Coach at Swift Creek in 2016. I graduated from Appalachian State University in 2010 with a degree in Elementary Education. In December of 2013, I graduated with my master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction: New Literacies and Global Learning with a concentration as a K-12 Reading Specialist from N.C. State University. I just received my second master's degree in School Administration through Appalachian State University. I currently live in Garner with my husband, Ryan, and our two chihuahuas (Nomar & Mia) and two cats (Buddy & Baby). I can't wait to see where the year takes us!
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Ms. Tammy McGugan - School Nurse
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Mrs. Vivian Noble - Speech Pathologist
Nova Southeastern University - Master of Communication Sciences
University of South Florida - Bachelor of Communication Sciences, Disorders (Audiology)
My name is Vivian Noble and I am the Speech/language pathologist at Swift Creek Elementary. I am originally from Florida but have lived in North Carolina for the past 4 years. My favorite things to do are watch movies, read and spend time with my awesome family. I have been married for 19 years to my husband Jeff, I have a 17-year-old daughter named Sarah and a dog named Maggie.
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Ms. Mykeia Smith - Social Worker
UNC Greensboro, NC A&T State University - Master of Social Work
North Carolina Central University - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
My name is Mykeia Smith and I am your School Social Worker. This is my first year with Swift Creek Elementary and I am excited to be here. I recently graduated with my Masters in Social Work in May of 2017 from UNCG and NC A&T. Some of my hobbies include couponing, traveling, going to church, and spending time with my family and friends.
Email: msmith13@wcpss.net
