- W.B. Simpson Elementary School
- Staff Directory

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Mrs. Windsor Allen

Phone: 204
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Bachelor of Science General Studies- Wilmington College, Associate in Applied Science Allied Health Sciences- Community College of the Air Force, Certified Training and Staff Development – Wilmington College. Certified Title I Instructional Paraeducator.
Mrs. Alma Bartolomeo

Phone: 133
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Bachelor's Degree in Educational Studies from Wesley College
Ms. Jennifer Bones
Phone: 309
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Bachelors of Science in Nursing Wilmington University
Mrs. Meggan Burawski
This is Mrs. Meggan Burawski first year working at W.B. Simpson Elemnatry School as the school's nurse and she is very excited to be here. Mrs. Burawski holds a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Wilmington University and prior to coming to Simpson she worked as a nurse in an ICU unit at Bay Health. Mrs. Burawski currently resides in Delware with her husband and two daughters. She enjoys spending time watching her children play softball for Polytech High School.

Phone: 119
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Associates Degree, Financial Management - Community College of the Air Force BS Degree, Accounting, Wilmington University Masters Degree, Elementary Education, Wilmington University Library Science/Media certification-University of Delaware
Mrs. Dawn Card

Phone: 207
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Mrs. Christensen is a Caesar Rodney Graduate and earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education at Wilmington University.
Mrs. Mandi Christensen

Phone: 126
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Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Delaware State University
Mrs. Bria Coffee
I am the new Family Crisis Therapist at WB Simpson. I am a Dover High graduate and earned a bachelors degree in Social Work from Delaware State University in 2014. I previously worked as a Family Crisis Therapist at Division of Family Services for over 6 years . I currently live in Dover, DE with my husband and 2 children.

Phone: 204
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Bachelors of Science Elementary Education(University of Delaware) Masters of Education Reading Specialist (Wilmington University)
Mrs. Lisa Cook
Mrs. Lisa Cook is a proud CR grad! She attended W.B. Simpson from Kindergarten-6th grade. After graduating from CR she attended the University of Delaware where she recived her Bachlors of Science degree in Elementary Education and Wilmington University where she earned her Masters of Education as a Reading Specialist. She has taught in the Caesar Rodeny School District for 28 years - 25 years at Allen Frear Elementary and 3 at W.B. Simpson. She has one daughter, and 4 rescue pets - 2 dogs and 2 cats. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends doing crafts and spending time at the pool in the Summer.
Phone: 101
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Bachelor of Science in Education Special Education K-12 Certification
Miss Nicole Cox
Nicole Cox is the Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Coach at W.B. Simpson. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education at Kutztown University in Pennsylvania. She is currently working on her Master's Degree in Elementary and Secondary School Counseling at Wilmington University. The 2021-2022 school year will be Miss Cox's eighth year teaching at W.B.S.
Phone: 112
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Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from University of Delaware
Mrs. Dawn Evans

Phone: 102
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Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science. Certification in Child Advocacy Studies. Master’s Degree in Elementary & Secondary School Counseling.
Ms. Karla Freeman
Ms. Freeman is the School Counselor at W.B. Simpson Elementary School. Ms. Freeman earned a Master’s degree in Elementary & Secondary School Counseling and her undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science from Wilmington University. In her spare time Ms. Freeman enjoys spending time with her family and can be seen attending many of the local sports games & events in the community.
Phone: 128
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Bachelors in Elementary Ed. Masters in Education with a concentration in Special Education.
Mr. Matthew Freese
Mr. Matthew Freese is a 2nd grade teacher at WB Simpson. He bagan his career in 2000 after gradauating with a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education. In 2004 he earned his Masters Degree in Education from the University of Delaware. Matthew enjoys spending time with his family and cooking. He became a teacher because he wants to give children a positive role model.

Phone: 316
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Mr. Roger Gravatt

Phone: 303
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Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from Eastern University Master's degree in Education-Teacher Leadership
Mrs. Amanda Hobbs

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Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education (K-6)- Delaware State University
Miss Erinne Jewell
Born and raised in Delaware, I graduated from Delaware State University in May 2019 with my Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education. I have worked with elementary students for 8 years in various capacities and will be starting my first year of teaching in August as the 2nd Grade Chinese Immersion teacher. I have taken many leadership roles, both as an educator and as a student, and enjoy getting involved in different organizations and events. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, playing the piano or violin, reading and writing.

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Associate's Degree
Ms. Paula Kohout
Ms. Kohout started with W.B. Simpson in 2014 as a Paraprofessional in the Kent County ILC. She is now a Paraprofessional in the Chinese Immersion Program. Ms. Kohout is a Caesar Rodney graduate and earned her Associates Degree from Delaware Tech. She enjoys working with the students and assisting in their academic growth. In her spare time she enjoys horseback riding and camping with her family.

Phone: 106
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Bachelor of Science Elementary Education and Special Education Slippery Rock University Master's Degree from University of Delaware
Miss Sandra Krugh
Phone: 107
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Ms. Chen Ling
Chen Ling teaches 1st grade Chinese immersion at W.B Simpson Elementary. Miss Ling graduated from University of Maryland, where she earned her master degree in Curriculum and Instruction. She has half year student teaching experience in first grade chinese immersion in Maryland. Miss Ling loves to sing songs and tell stories. She is very excited to start her first year at W.B.Simpson and wishes every student could have a wonder year.
Phone: 133
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Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education and Special Education from Wilmington University Master's Degree in Instruction: Teaching and Learning from Wilmington University
Mrs. Lindsay Malloy
Phone: 201
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Elementary Education(PK-4) Special Education (PK-8)
Miss Kaysi McLaughlin
Miss Kaysi McLaughlin is a 5th grade teacher at W.B. Simpson Elementary School. She began her career in teacher in 2016 after graduating from Alvernia University in Pennsylvania with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education (PK-4) and Special Education (PK-8). She previously taught 7th-8th grade Emotional Support in a private setting in PA. As a new teacher at W.B. Simpson Elementary, she looks forward to making a positive impact on the lives of her students!
Phone: 211
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Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Wilmington University
Ms. Brianna Mears
Brianna Mears is a first-year teacher at W.B. Simpson Elementary School. Ms. Mears earned her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Wilmington University. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, going to the beach and traveling.

Phone: 102
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Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania with Bachelors of Science in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education Special Education Certification K-12
Ms. Tamara Miller

Phone: 124
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Bachelor's Degree in Elementary and Special Education
Mrs. Taylor Morris
Taylor Morris is a 1st grade teacher at W. B. Simpson. This is her 11th year teaching in the Caesar Rodney School District. Mrs. Morris is a Delaware native and attended the University of Delaware for her Bachelor's degree in Elementary and Special Education. Mrs. Morris previously taught at McIlvaine Early Childhood Center before teaching at WBS. Mrs. Morris resides in Camden-Wyoming. She enjoys spending time with her family, reading books, fishing and relaxing at the pool! Her true passion is teaching children how to read!

Phone: 105
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Bachelor's degree in Psychology Master's degree in Elementary Education Special Ed Certified
Mrs. Sara Passon
Sara Passon is a first year teacher at W.B. Simpson, but has been teaching for twelve years. She earned a Master's degree in Elementary Education from Wilmington University. Mrs. Passon is a member of the school's Health Committee and Target Team. In her spare time Mrs. Passon enjoys spending time with her husband and three sons, going to the beach, and reading a good book.

Phone: 113
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Bachelors in Outdoor Education from Ohio University Masters in Elementary Education from Old Dominion University Certified K-6
Mrs. Fern Persoleo
This is my first year at WB Simpson, but will be my 12th year teaching grades 2 and 3. I enjoy reading, spending time at the beach, and any activity that accompanies laughter. My love of reading started early and I was named after a character in a popular children's book (Charlotte's Webb).

Phone: 207
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Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education from Wilmington University Master Degree in Applied Technology from Wilmington University
Ms. Caitlin Prince
Caitlin Prince is a 4th grade teacher at WB Simpson Elementary School. She began her career in the Caesar Rodeny school district in 2016 after graduating from Wilmington University with a bachelor's degree in elementary education. She then obtained her master's degree in applied technology from Wilmington University. In her free time, Ms. Prince enjoys spending time with her dog and cat.

Phone: 108
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Degree: Graduated from Wilmington University with a Bachelor’s degree in elementary education (k-6) as well as special education (k-12)
Ms. Kacey Poisson
Kacey Poisson is a first year teacher at W.B Simpson Elementary School. Ms. Poisson earned her Bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Wilmington University. She is a member of Simpson’s PTO. In her spare time, she likes to take care of her two pigs!
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Mrs. Rachel Sams
Mrs. Sams is a paraprofessional for the Chinese Immersion program. She also assisted with Math Rti and volunteered for the school health committee. She was born and raised in Lancaster, PA and studied Music Education at Millersville University. Her family (Handsome husband, two amazingly adorable children, and magnificent Lola beast) moved to DE in 2015 and are happy to call it home. Her interests are anything that involves music, sports, the beach, and spending time with family.

Phone: 132
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Bachelor’s degree: Elementary Education K-6 Master’s degree: Reading K-12 Certifications: Special Education K-12 Reading Specialist K-12
Mrs. Jessica Shane
Jessica Shane is finishing up her 10th year in education. She is currently serving as a reading specialist/reading coach for W.B. Simpson. Mrs. Shane has previous experience in grades K-3. She has served in a variety of settings such as; TAM, SAM, Gen. Ed, and Intervention. Mrs. Shane's heart belongs to CR as a 2007 alumni to our district. She earned her undergrad degree in elementary education (K-6) from Wilmington University and her Master's of Education in Reading (K-12). Mrs. Shane is currently serving a three year term on the Humanities Council for our district. In her spare time, Mrs. Shane loves spending time with her horses, traveling, and spending time with her fur babies & husband.
Phone: 203
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Undergraduate and Masters at Virginia Commonwealth University-Richmond, VA Doctorate from Northeastern University- Boston, MA Montessori Certification Lead Teacher- Levels I and II
Dr. Lori Smith

Phone: 111
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Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from York College of PA Masters of Education in Special Education from Wilmington University
Dr. Cori Stoken

Phone: 110
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Bachelors of Elementary Education
Ms. Jessica Sweet
Jessica Sweet is a fourth year teacher at W.B. Simpson Elementary School. Ms. Sweet graduated summa cum laude from Elizabeth City State University. In her free time, Ms. Sweet enjoys going on adventures to explore new places, cultures, foods and sights with her family.

Phone: 118
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Masters of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology
Mrs. Erin Taraboletti
Mrs. Taraboletti has been working in Caesar Rodney School District for 18 years. During that time she has worked with Pre-K through 12th grade children in a variety of settings. She holds a Masters of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from East Stroudsburg Univeristy. Mrs. Taraboletti enjoys creating materials for her students and keeping therapy "fun" and "functional." She lives in Camden, DE with her husband and two children.

Phone: 212
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Bachelor's Degree: Elementary and Special Education (University of Delaware) Master's Degree: Teaching English as a Second Language (Regent University)
Ms. Krista Tennefoss
This is my sixth-year teaching in a public school in Delaware, but I have also worked for four years with schools around the world, including educational institutions in Ecuador, Kenya, and a First Nations Reservation in northern Canada. I am currently teaching third grade and trying to complete my dissertation, which focuses on literacy. In my free time, I love spending time with my family, fostering dogs, and reading.

Phone: 204
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Delaware Technical and Community College Degree in Para-educator Technology.
Ms. Marina Wix

Phone: 105
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Degrees: Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering Certificates: Elementary Teacher, K-6 World Language Teacher, K-12 Teacher of English Learners, K-12
Mr. Xudong Xue
Mr. Xudong Xue is a 2nd grade Chinese Immersion Teacher at W.B Simpson. This is his first year teaching at WBS and he has lived in Delaware for 4 years. He also has earned his Master degrees in Teaching English as a Second Language and Electrical Engineering from the University of Delaware. In his free time, Mr. Xue enjoys cooking, traveling, and photography.
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Bachelor of Arts from Towson University. Master of Education degree from University of Maryland, College Park. Certifications in: K-12 World language teaching.
Miss Chunyang Yang
Chunyang Yang is a second grade Chinese Immersion Program teacher at W.B. Simpson Elementary School. Ms. Yang earned her Master of Education degree from University of Maryland, College Park and earned her Bachelor degree from Towson University. This is Ms. Yang’s third year in Delaware, Ms. Yang really enjoys the life in Delaware and she is very excited to be a part of Simpson Family. She really enjoy teaching and learning with her wonderful students. Ms. Yang favorite things to do are traveling and singing.