| Rachel Beede
B.A. English, minor in History, Chrichton College
B.F.A in Digital Cinema (Film), Memphis College of Art- in progress
cheerful helpful caring
Rachel enjoys reading, drawing, writing, and loves making art. She also enjoys helping others and sharing what she has learned with those who want to learn.
"I believe that most children are capable of more than they think. Some need a challenge and some a little inspiration, but all need the guidance and attention of someone who cares."
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| Kristen Bergstein
B.S. in Elementary Education, University of Memphis
Charismatic Encouraging Patient
Kristen likes to read and spend time with her friends and family.
"Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you'll never cease to grow." -Anthony J. D'Angelo
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Shannon Brooks
B.A. in Education, University of Mississippi
Energetic Fun Creative
Shannon loves to read, spend time with her family, and play with her pets. She has 2 cats (Mellie and Frank) and a dog named Pookie.
"Somebody needs me; therefore, I teach." Rev. Larry Bell
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| Derek Brookshire
B.M. in Guitar, University of Memphis
B.A. in English, University of Memphis
ambitious patient introspective
"Education is not a preparation for life; education is life itself." John Dewey
Derek enjoys playing, writing, and performing music. He also enjoys reading and cooking.
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| Courtney Brookshire
B.A. in Sociology, Minor in Literature/English, University of Memphis
M.A in Secondary Education, in progress, University of Memphis
Zealous nurturing fun-loving
Courtney enjoys reading, drawing, and trying to keep up with her two boys!
"As an educator, it is our responsibility to provide a stable learning environment that is motivational and encouraging for every student, and always strive to preserve the self-esteem of the student."
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| Nathan Collier
B.A. in History, minor in Political Science, Christian Brothers University
Awesome Energetic Funderful
Nathan enjoys playing video games, reading, music, politics, exercise, philosophy, sports, food, nature, Spanish, and movies.
"Schooling only lasts for so long but learning never ends."
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| Christy Comeaux
B.S. in Human Development and Learning, University f Memphis
M.S. in Instruction and Curriculum Leadership with Special Education, K-12 endorsement, University of Memphis
patient easy-going compassionate
Christy enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, art, and sewing.
"Learning is an experience. Everything else is just information." - Albert Einstein
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| Steve Denegri
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Christian Brothers University 1992
M.S. Business Administration, The University of Memphis 1995
Steve is self-employed as a consultant and analyst with Enterprise Data Storage.
patient determined caring
Steve enjoys playing golf in his free time.
"Give a man a fish, and he can eat for a day. TEACH a man to fish, and he can eat for a lifetime!" (author unknown)
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| Heather Dobbins-Combs
B.A. College Scholars
M.Ed. Curriculum and Design
Certified, Special Education K-12
warmhearted tenacious upbeat
Heather enjoys poetry, tennis, yoga, reading, and traveling.
"Anything of genuine value requires labor and time, but it is always worth it!"
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| Laura Eder
B.S. Biology, minor in Chemistry, University of Memphis
fun-loving conscientious patient
Laura enjoys camping, taking care of her pets, gardening, books, and perfecting the art of doing nothing.
"Education's purpose is to replace an empty mind with an open one."- Malcolm S. Forbes
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| Tom Gadberry
B.A.- Education, University of Mississippi
M.S.- Leadership/Policy Studies with an emphasis in Administration and Supervision, University of Memphis
honest organized real
Tom loves sports, any kind. He is an avid coin collector and loves to spend time in the pool with his family. He also enjoys cooking.
"All students can learn if they are engaged."
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| Jennifer Gann
B.A. English and Creative Writing, The University of Tennessee 2007
easy-going contemplative idealistic
Jennifer enjoys writing poetry, reading, cooking, and going to trivia nights.
"You can do anything once you realize your full potential."
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| Rachel Haley
Rachel and her sister on an Israeli taxi in Summer 2011.
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| Lee Johnson
B.A. English, University of Memphis
M.A. English (ESL), University of Memphis
nice neat nifty
Lee enjoys trail running, good books, live music, and Mexican food.
"Scholarship is to be created not by compulsion, but by awakening a pure interest in knowledge."- Ralph Waldo Emerson
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| Lexie Johnston
B.S. Social Work, The University of Memphis 2008
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| Matthew Karner
patient driven coffee-fueled
"My job is to make the students better at what they want to do with music."
Matt enjoys playing with his bands around town, eating anything that doesn't contain gluten, and riding his bicycle.
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| Meredith Karner
B.F.A. Scenic Design and Technology, University of Memphis
theatrical dramatic creative
Meredith enjoys reading, traveling, going to hear Matt's bands, and cooking.
"I believe that it is more important to concentrate on the improvements rather than the letter grade."
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| Chase Kearl
B.S. Mathematics (cum laude), University of Memphis
effulgent enlivening sagacious
Chase enjoys playing golf and lacrosse and doing math.
"Education can be both a means to achieve a goal, and a goal in itself."
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| Ryan Lakanen
B.A. in Music Education
fun optimistic patient
Ryan likes making and listening to music, cooking, scrapbooking, and video games.
"Give a man a fish, and he eats for a day. Teach a man to fish, and he eats for a lifetime." - Chinese Proverb
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| Jenny Lederer
B.A. in English, Tufts University
M.F.A in Creative Writing, in progress, University of Memphis
creative perceptive easy-going
Jenny enjoys reading, writing, photography, and cooking.
"Education is a collaboration- I've learned so much from working with students"
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| Craig Lewis
B.F.A. in Scenic Design and Technology
creative patient jester
Craig loves sports (Go Cubs!), photography, laughing, and good coffee.
"Education is more than learning what has happened since the Civil war or where a comma goes. Education is what allows an individual to make informed decisions and be a productive well-rounded member of society.
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| Charlotte Maybry
B.S. Elementary Education, The University of Memphis
M.Ed. Elementary Education, The University of Memphis
Certified Teacher with a Tennessee and Mississippi Teaching License
45 hours above Masters, Career Ladder II
Certified to teach Gifted Children, Middle Tennessee State University
inventive thoughtful silly
Charlotte enjoys going to the gym, reading, and watching television.
"Learning can be fun, but sometimes it can be difficult. It is definitely rewarding."
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| John McAlexander
B.A. in Biology and Chemistry with a minor in Global Studies, Drury University
puckish panglossian sesquipedalian
John enjoys watching movies, reading books, trivia, music, and playing video games.
"Outside of a dog a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it is too dark to read." -Grouch Marx
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| Laura McVean
B.A. in Child Development
enthusiastic patient funloving
Laura enjoys reading, going to the movies, shopping, and spending time with family and friends.
" Teaching is more than imparting knowledge, it is inspiring change. Learning is more than absorbing facts, it is acquiring understanding." - William Arthur Ward
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| Kay Mitchell
B.S. Medical Technology, The University of Tennessee College of Health and Sciences
M.S. Curriculum and Instruction, Memphis State University
hopeful patient encouraging
Kay enjoys reading and playing with her animals.
"Every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their full potential."
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| Marian Moore
B.S. Biology, minor in Chemistry
inquisitive thoughtful dedicated
Marian enjoys spending time with family and friends, biking, traveling, music, craft making, and enjoying life.
"Education is more than what one can copy from a book. It is understanding and experiencing a subject in any context."
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| Paul Morelli
B.M. in Music, University of Memphis
M.M. in Music, in progress, University of Memphis
intelligent humble quiet
Paul enjoys writing and performing music; the trumpet, clarinet, saxophone, and flute; astronomy and astrophysics,; baseball; anything that requires thinking.
"Any scientist who cannon explain what he's doing to an 8 year old is a fraud."- Kurt Vonnegut
A teacher's job is to break down tough tasks (in any subject) into easy components. If this is done the right way, everything is easy.
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| Rachel Morrison
B.S. - Biology, University of Memphis
M.A.T- Elementary Education, University of Memphis
conscientious caring creative
Rachel enjoys reading, art, bicycling, and spending time with her family.
"Children are our future, and it it our job to help them maximize their potential."
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| Jeff Moss
B.A. in Pastoral Ministries and Teaching, Columbia International University
driven patient intuitive
Jeff enjoys running and music.
"Everyone learns differently. It s the teachers job to figure out each students learning style and cater to it. In return creating an inviting learning environment for the student."
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| Tara Mae Mulroy
B.A. English- Creative Writing, with a minor in Classics, Rhodes College
M.F.A. in English- Poetry, in progress, University of Memphis
nerdy dedicated passionate
Tara Mae enjoys writing, and running.
"With a little patience and creativity everyone can learn to love something at first alien to them."
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| Catherine Neal
B.A. in Foreign Languages from Ceria Ipiat, Belgium
innovative patient dedicated
Catherine was born, raised, and educated in Belgium, Europe. She is the mother of six children, including triplets and twins. She loves listening to Louis Armstrong, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, and Big Band music in general. When time permits, she loves to cook gourmet meals that remind her of her home.
"Perfection does not exist. To understand this is the triumph of human intelligence; to expect to possess it, is the most dangerous kind of madness." (Alfred de Musset)
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| Susan Powell
B.S. in Elementary Education, Memphis State University
M.S. in Administration and Supervision, Memphis State University
loyal fun-loving adventuresome
Susan enjoys taking road trips with her family, reading, and smocking.
"Everyone can learn and everyone should learn! It's fun!"
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| Paula Raines
M.Ed. Education (K-8), Administration (PreK-12)
Paula is a huge fan of the Tennessee Titans, Memphis, Tigers, and Chicago Cubs. Paula enjoys reading, sudoku puzzles, and yard work.
"All children can learn and all educators should give children the tools necessary for a successful life's journey."
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| Ashley Rattner
B.A. in English, Virginia Commonwealth University
M.A. in Literature, in progress, University of Memphis
jocular zealous flexible
Ashley enjoys reading, writing, Russian, ukulele, and traveling.
"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire."
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| Brian Reinitz
B.A. in History, University of Memphis
B.F.A. in Lighting Design and Production, University of Memphis
patient quiet pensive
Brian enjoys sports, computer games, and watching television shows that people think are weird.
"Every child has the ability to learn, you just have to have patience to help them."
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| DeShawn Sapinsley
B.S. in Elementary Education, University of Memphis
fun creative organized
DeShawn enjoys reading, painting, and writing.
"Every child is unique and needs a secure atmosphere in which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially."
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| Eric Satterthwaite
B.S. Computer Science, Christian Brothers University
fun computer nerd educator
Eric enjoys playing soccer and golf.
"Anyone can learn anything if it is explained in terms they can understand."
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| Samantha Shockey
B.S. in Education, University of Memphis
M.A. in Education, Bethel University
quiet determined conscientiousness
Samantha enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with family and friends
"All children can learn. It is up to us to help them accomplish this. They are unique. They need to feel safe and secure in order to take risk with you. You don't always do as well at things as you want to, but if you are willing to work hard and try you can accomplish great things."
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| Patricia Simmons
A.A. in Accounting, STCC
Technical Certificate, Accountancy, STCC
witty kind eager to please
Patricia enjoys tutoring, gardening, and "Touched by and Angel."
"Individualized- All education should be geared to the student- taught with love, and centered in Christ (even secular education). It is our Christlike love that makes the connection."
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| Caroline Tomlinson
B.S. Mathematics, minor in Bible, Harding University
M.Ed. Education, Freed Hardeman University
dedicated sweet loves the beach
Caroline enjoys reading, gardening, shell collecting, walking, sewing, scrapbooking, photography, sports, and her children.
"All students can learn.... just some learn differently."
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