Phone: 312
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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
Mrs. Bartolomeo is a Title One Instructional Paraprofessional at WB Simpson Elementary School. She has taught reading as part of the Reading Intervention Team at Simpson since 2007 and has also worked in the Capital School District. Mrs. Bartolomeo is retired from the United States Air Force with 25 years of service. An avid volunteer, she has been an Odyssey of the Mind judge since 2008. She is married to James and has three children who all attended Caesar Rodney High School.
Phone: 309
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Bachelors of Science in Nursing Wilmington University
Mrs. Meggan Burawski
Rm. 116 Ext. 309
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: 124
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Bachelor of Science in Education Special Education K-12 Certification
Miss Nicole Cox
4th Grade Teacher
Room C124
Nicole Cox is a 4th grade teacher at W.B. Simpson. She earned her Bachelor's Degree at Kutztown University in Pennsylvania. The 2017-2018 school year will be Miss Cox's fourth year teaching at W.B. Simpson.
Phone: 125
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Mrs. Creamer holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Special Education from Delaware State University.
Mrs. Teri Creamer
Phone: 209
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Mrs. Custer holds a degree in Bachelor of Science, Wesley College and certifications in: Teacher of Elementary Education, Grade K-6 Teacher of Middle Level Mathematics, Grade 6- 8 and Teacher of Exceptional Children Grades K-12.
Mrs. Katrina Custer
Phone: 123
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Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Special Education and a secondary in Middle School Science from the University of Delaware. Master's Degree in Teacher Leadership from Walden University
Mrs. Megan Dempsey-Byler
Phone: 112
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Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from University of Delaware
Mrs. Dawn Evans
Phone: 126
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Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education and Special Education. Master's Degree in Reading. Certifications: Especial Education-Birth to Grade 2, Reading Specialist, Teacher of Elementary Grade K-6. Teaches of Exceptional Children Grades K-12.
Ms. Lindsey Fitzgerald
Reading Specialist
Room D126
Lindsey Fitzgerald is a Reading Specialist at W. B. Simpson Elementary School. She graduated from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania with a B.S. degree in Special Education and Elementary Education. She obtained her Master's degree in Reading in 2014. Lindsey taught in Pennsylvania for four years as a special education teacher as well as a 4th grade teacher. Lindsey taught kindergarten at McIlvaine for two years starting in 2013, before coming to teach 1st grade at W.B. Simpson. She became W.B. Simpson's Reading Specialist in 2016. Lindsey has one son.
Phone: 128
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Bachelors in Elementary Ed. Masters in Education with a concentration in Special Education.
Mr. Matthew Freese
2nd Grade Teacher
Rm. 128
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: 113
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Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from Delaware State University. Masters of Education from the University of Delaware.
Mrs. Ashley Ganley
Phone: 316
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Mr. Roger Gravatt
Phone: 103
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B.A. University of Delaware M.ED Smith College Ed.M Wesley College Ed.D University of Delaware Certification: Elementary Grades K-6 Elementary Grades 1-8 Middle Level ELA Grades 6-8 Middle Level Social Studies Grades 6-8 Exceptional Children K-12 Gifted and Talented Grades K-12
Dr. Charmaine Herrera
Phone: 133
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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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Bachelor of Science degree – Primary Education – Wilmington College
Mrs. Bartie Kelly
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Associate's Degree
Ms. Paula Kohout
Chinese Immersion Para
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: 305
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MA in Counseling from Appalachian State University in Boone, NC
Ms. Sarah Lancaster
Phone: 302-697-3207 ext. 301
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Ms. Legates attended Delaware Technical and Community College and Wesley College.
Ms. Becky Legates
Phone: 107
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Ms. Chen Ling
1st Grade Chinese Immersion Teacher
Room C107
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: 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
Mrs. Tamara Longo
Phone: 201
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Elementary Education(PK-4) Special Education (PK-8)
Miss Kaysi McLaughlin
5th Grade Teacher
Room 201
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: 306
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Ms. Melvin holds a Bachelors Degree in Psychology with a minor in English from Wesley College, a Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Wilmington College, and a Master's Degree in School Leadership from Wilmington University.
Ms. Jessica Melvin
Special Education Case Manager/504 Coordinator
Rm. B102
Helping ALL students achieve is my passion and part of my defined role at W.B. Simpson. I help coordinate specialized programing and reasources within the school as well as support teachers. Part of my role deals with compliance at both the district and state level that is attached to specialized services. I enjoy interacting with students through various club offerings or visiting classrooms. I also serve as W.B. Simpson's Leadership Chairperson and work closely with various projects that relate to our school's key priorities. I am also a member of Caesar Rodney's Fine Arts Council and work closely with the district's Student Services Department. A fun fact about me is that I am also a combat fitness instructor at First State Martial Arts in Camden, DE and Delaware Bushido Academy in Smyrna, DE.
Phone: 206
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BA in teaching Chinese as a Second Language MA in Teaching English as a Second Language Certificates: Elementary Teacher (K-6) World Language Teacher (Chinese Mandarin K-12)
Miss Yu Miao
3rd Grade Chinese Immersion Teacher
Room E206
Miss Miao is a third grade Chinese Immersion teacher. The 2017-18 school year will be her fourth year teaching with the Chinese Immersion program.
Phone: 203
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Bachelors: English and Elementary Education Masters: Curriculum and Instruction Certification: Teaching English Learners (K-12) Special Education (K-12)
Ms. Shelbi Moritz
Ms. Moritz is very excited to be joining the W.B. Simpson team for her sixth year of teaching! Ms. Moritz is from Denver, CO. She taught third grade for one year and fourth grade for three years in Northglenn, CO. She moved to Dover, DE in 2017 and taught ESL at the middle school level in the Milford School District for one year. Ms. Moritz studied English with a concentration in Elementary Education at Metropolitan State University of Denver for her bachelor’s degree. After completing her undergraduate degree, Ms. Moritz studied Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education at the University of Colorado Denver. She then went on to complete her certification in special education at Wilmington University. Ms. Moritz lives in Dover with her fiancé and puppy Pepper. She will be getting married this December!
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: 104
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Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from Wilmington University
Ms. Lindsay Price
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
1st Grade Teacher
Rm. 108
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. Andrea Puglia
Occupational Therapist
Andrea Puglia is a district-wide Occupational Therapist. She is a native of Michigan and earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from Eastern Michigan University. She also holds a Certificate of Advanced Practice in Hand and Upper Quarter Rehabilitation From Drexel University. Prior to moving to Delaware, she was a traveling Occupational Therapist practicing OT in various medical facilities throughout the United States working with children and adults in the areas of orthopedics, neurology, cardiac care, and outpatient specializing in treatment of traumatic hand injuries. Upon moving to Delaware she worked at a local hospital and served an Adjunct Facility at Del Tech in the Occuptional Therapist Assistant Program. This is Mrs. Puglia's fourth year in the Caesar Rodney District.
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Mrs. Rachel Sams
Chinese Immersion Paraprofessional
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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Degrees and Certifications:
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 entering her eighth year in education. This will be her first year being part of the W.B. Simpson family. Previously, Mrs. Shane has taught Kindergarten in various positions that included general education, TAM settings, and she also served as a special education interventionist. Mrs. Shane earned her undergrad degree in elementary education (K-6) from Wilmington University. She also earned her Master’s degree in Reading (K-12) and is a certified reading specialist. Mrs. Shane is currently serving a three year term on the Humanities Council for our district. In her spare time Mrs. Shane enjoys spending time riding horses and competing in barrel racing competitions.
Phone: 208
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Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Wilmington University Master of Education in Reading from Wilmington University Reading Specialist Teacher of Elementary Grades K-6 Teacher of Middle Level Grades 6-8 Teacher of Exceptional Children - LD, SED, MH (Elementary K-6) Teacher of Exceptional Children - LD, SED And MH (Secondary 7-12) Teacher of Exceptional Children Grades K-12 Teacher of Middle Level English Language Arts Grades 6-8 Teacher of Middle Level Social Studies Grades 6-8
Mrs. Christine Seitz
"Great teachers empathize with children, respect them and believe that each one has something special that can be built on."
Phone: 204
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Bachelors of Science Elementary Education(University of Delaware) Masters of Education Reading Specialist (Wilmington University)
Ms. Lisa Sirman
School Reading Interventionist
Room E204
Ms. Lisa Sirman 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: 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
Mrs. Cori Stoken
Phone: 110
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Bachelors of Elementary Education
Ms. Jessica Sweet
Jessica Sweet is a first 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.
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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 14 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.
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Phone: 202
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Bachelors of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education Special Education certified
Ms. Alexandra (Alex) Topa
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 Weaner
3rd Grade Teacher
Rm. 113
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: 204
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Delaware Technical and Community College Degree in Para-educator Technology.
Ms. Marina Wix
Phone: 120
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Bachelors of Art in Art Education from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Ms. Jessica Wyre
Art Rm. 120
This is Ms. Jessica Wyre's first year as the art teacher at W.B. Simpson. She spent the past two years at Sycamore Lane Elementary School in North Carolina teaching art to kindergarten through fifth graders. She is a member of the Leadership committee. In her spare time she likes to sculpt, read, and play with her dog, Bailey
Phone: 105
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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
2nd Grade Chinese Immersion Teacher
Room C105
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.
Phone: 124
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Master degree in Education from the University of Maryland
Ms. Chunyuan Zou
I come from three generations of teachers. This is my first year at W.B. Simpson Elementary School, but it is my 7th year teaching Chinese. I taught three years in Thailand, two years in China and one year in Christina School District. I received my bachelor degree from China, majoring in teaching Chinese as a foreign language, and I received my master degree from the University of Maryland. I love teaching and my hope is to help all my students to succeed. I can speak three languages, Chinese, English and Thai. I am working on learning more languages. In my free time, I enjoy traveling and playing Guzheng (a traditional Chinese instrument).
