Meet the Administrative Team
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Dr. Michelle Bell
Principal
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Ms. Ann Brame
8th Grade Assistant Principal

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Mr. Jacob Michel
I am proud to serve as the 7th Grade Assistant Principal at River Bend Middle School. I have been a part of the RBMS community for the past five years, beginning my journey here in 2020 as a social studies teacher. Before joining RBMS, I taught social studies for three years in Charlotte, North Carolina. After four years in the RBMS classroom, I served as an administrative intern during the 2024–25 school year before stepping into my current role.
I earned my bachelor’s degree from Temple University and my Master of Arts in Teaching from Mercer University in 2017. I am currently completing my school administration degree at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.
I am originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and I bring my Philly pride to North Carolina, cheering passionately for the Philadelphia Eagles and 76ers. Outside of school, I enjoy watching sports, playing basketball, running outdoors, and spending quality time with my family.
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Mr. Jermel Harrell

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Ms. Jessica Corder
I am an educator and aspiring school leader with a passion for supporting both students and teachers. I began my career as a Kindergarten teacher at Olive Chapel Elementary School in January 2021, where I worked to create a nurturing and engaging learning environment. Currently, I am serving as an Assistant Principal Intern at River Bend Middle School, gaining hands-on experience in instructional leadership, school operations, and student support.
I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Wingate University and am currently pursuing my Master of School Administration at the University of North Carolina. I am committed to leading schools with equity, empathy, and a focus on student success.