Mrs. Kaysi Anderson teaches 4th grade at WBS. She began her teaching career in 2016 after she received her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood/Special Education from Alvernia University in Pennsylvania. In 2021, she received her Master's Degree in School Leadership from Wilmington University. When she's not at school, Mrs. Anderson enjoys spending time with her family, watching sports, and reading.

Andrea Andrews is a fourth grade Math and Science teacher at W.B. Simpson. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education at Tennessee Technological University in Tennessee, Masters Degree in Administration and Supervision (K-12) at Tennessee Technological University, and her Educational Specialist Degree in School Systemwide Leadership at East Tennessee State University.  Ms. Andrews has been working for Caesar Rodney and WB Simpson since 2014. 

Mrs. Adkins has lived in Delaware since 1991.  She attended Ohio University, but is a die hard University of Michigan football fan. She and her husband, SMSGT. Paul Adkins, raised their four boys in the CR District. Mrs. Adkins began as a substitute teacher in 2007 and has been an instructional paraprofessional with the district since 2011.

Mrs. Kristyn Bradford teaches 2nd grade at WBS. She began her teaching career in 2011 after she received her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Lancaster Bible College in Lancaster,  Pennsylvania. In 2018, she received her Master's Degree in Special Education with a certification in Autism education from Wilmington University. When she's not at school, Mrs. Bradford enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and reading.

Mrs. Meggan Burawski is W.B. Simpson Elementary School's nurse. Mrs. Burawski holds a Masters of Science in Nursing from Wilmington University . Prior to coming to Simpson she worked as a nurse in an ICU unit at Bay Health. Mrs. Burawski currently resides in Delaware with her husband and two daughters. She enjoys camping and spending time watching her children play softball.    

Nicole Cox is the School Counselor at W.B. Simpson. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education at Kutztown University in Pennsylvania and her Masters Degree in Elementary and Secondary School Counseling at Wilmington University. Miss Cox has been working for Caesar Rodney and WB Simpson since 2014. 

Lauren David has been in the education field since 2013 and has worked with both preschool and school- age children. She has a degree in Early Childhood Education and Child Advocacy. In her spare time, she likes reading, traveling, going to the beach, preforming at her local theatre, and spending time with loved ones.  

Mr. Brad has been a 1:1 Paraprofessional since January of 2023 at W. B. Simpson Elementary School where he had previously been a student between Pre-K and 5th Grade! A graduate of the Delaware College of Art & Design and graduate of the University of the Arts in Philadelphia with a BFA in Animation, he loves to draw for the students

Mrs. Duff is a 5th grade teacher at WB Simpson. She graduated from Wesley College in 2011 and began teaching in 2016. Mrs. Duff enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, and crafting. 

Destiny Duffy has been an educator for the past 3 years and is currently in her residency year with Relay GSE. Her goal is to make learning exciting for each of her students and to grow as an educator! 

Mr. Matthew Freese is a 2nd grade teacher at WB Simpson. He began 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.  

Family and Student Interventionist, obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science and a Master of Science Degree in Administration of Justice with a concentration in Homeland Security from Wilmington University. She began her journey with the State of Delaware in February 1997 serving in many different positions throughout her career. Mrs. Guinn enjoys sharing her skills, experiences, and expertise with others.

Mr. Herman is a resident teacher in Mrs. Powell's 5^th Grade classroom. He is completing the final year of his Bachelor's of Elementary Education at Delaware Technical Community College. He began his time with Caesar Rodney as a custodian at the high school for several years, then became an instructional paraprofessional at John S. Charlton as he pursued his Associate of Arts in Elementary Education. Mr. Herman lives in Felton with his wife, who teaches 7^th Grade ELA at Fifer Middle School.

Mrs. Hobbs began her teaching career at W.B. Simpson Elementary School in 2012. She currently serves as the Special Education Case Manager and 504 Coordinator. Mrs. Hobbs earned a Master's degree in Teacher Leadership from the University of Delaware and her undergraduate degree from Eastern University. In her spare time Mrs. Hobbs raises Boer goats with her family, coaches field hockey for Delaware Shore Field Hockey Association and enjoys spending time with her family.

Ms. Horton started teaching in the Caesar Rodney School District in 2022. She graduated with a Bachelor of science in Elementary Education/Special Education from Wilmington University. She is continuing to teach 2nd grade. When Ms. Horton is not at school she enjoys shopping, traveling, or spending time with friends and family.

Donna Hurd is our office clerk. She has been with W.B. Simpson since 2021.  She loves what she does and enjoys watching the students grow and move up through the grades. Away from school she loves spending time with her family, and her beloved pitbull Finn.

Mrs. Kelly is a graduate from Concord high school and West Chester University of PA, class of 2007.  She has worked with children from infancy to 12 years old in various settings throughout her life.  She has been a longtime volunteer with Special Olympics DE and Boy Scouts of America.  She additionally is proud to be the Mom to three children and a wife since 2008.

Li Laoshi is a 2nd grade Math, Science and Chinese teacher at W.B. Simpson. She earned her first Master Degree in Education in 2006 in China, and the second one in Teaching at Dallas Baptist University in Texas. She enjoys hiking and spending time with her family.  

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 9th year at W.B.Simpson and wishes every student a wonderful year.

Ling Laoshi's Class

Jonathan McHenry is a Physical Education Teacher at W.B. Simpson Elementary. Mr. McHenry was born and raised in South Central Pennsylvania. Before becoming a teacher, Mr. McHenry served in the United States Army for 6 years. Returning back to the East Coast, Mr. McHenry attended Wesley College in Dover to pursue Physical Education. After completing his Bachelor of Science degree at Wesley College, he was hired at W.B. Simpson in 2019. In his spare time, Mr. McHenry enjoys coaching sports, the outdoors and spending time with his family. 

Born and raised in Delaware, Mrs. Malloy graduated from Delaware State University in May 2019 with a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education. She has been the 2nd grade teacher for the Chinese Immersion Program since being hired at W.B. Simpson in 2019. She has taken many leadership roles, both as an educator and as a student, and enjoys getting involved in different organizations and events. In her free time, Mrs. Malloy enjoys spending time with her family, including her husband and two daughters, as well as reading and listening to music.

Brianna Mears is a  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.

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!

Mrs. Fern Persoleo is a 4^th grade teacher at W.B.Simpson Elementary School. She began teaching in 2005 in Virginia, before joining the Simpson Staff in 2017. Previously, she graduated from Ohio University after studying outdoor education, and then received a Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Old Dominion University. Most recently, she attended University of Delaware and obtained her Special Education Certificate for K-12. She is excited yearly by watching students learn to love reading as they find the perfect book or series and discover the adventures that await inside the cover of a book. Mrs. Persoleo enjoys reading, relaxing at the beach or pool, watching ice hockey, and spending time with her family. 

Ongela Powell is a 5^th grade teacher at W.B. Simpson Elementary School.  She began her teaching career in 2005 as a third-grade teacher after graduating with a Master's degree in Elementary Education from Wilmington University.  In 2018 she earned another Master's degree in Educational Leadership from Western Governors University and in 2020 she earned her certification in Special Education (K-12) from Wilmington University.  She previously worked as a math specialist for 10 years and also taught fourth grade.  Ongela enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and sports!

Caitlin Prince is a 3rd 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. 

Beini Qian is a 4^thgrade Chinese immersion teacher at W. B. Simpson Elementary School. Ms. Qian was born and raised in China. She earned her master’s degree in Foreign Language Education from the Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. Ms. Qian started teaching in 2017. She has taught in Chinese immersion in Delaware since 2019. She joined Simpson Family in 2022. In her free time, she enjoys reading, arts and crafts, movies and hiking. 

Mrs. Sams is a paraprofessional who began her educational career at  W.B. Simpson Elementary School in 2016. She is currently attending Grand Canyon University for her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. Mrs. Sams serves on the School Health Committee. Outside of school, her interests include music, sports, reading, nature, and spending time with her family. 

Mrs. Chelsey Sebok is a resident teacher in first grade. She began as a paraeducator at WBS in 2022. She started her educator journey in 2016 in Early Childhood education. She graduated from Washington State University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Social Science. She is now pursuing her Masters of Teaching -K-6 with Special Ed. endorsement at Relay Graduate School of Education. She looks forward to connecting with her students and creating a safe place for them in the classroom. 

She is a proud Airforce spouse and mom of 2. In her free time, she loves reading, anything fitness related, and spending time with her family. 

Sarah Siverson aka Miss Simpson has been a one on one paraprofessional since August of 2022. She enjoys spending time with her husband and family. She also enjoys going to the beach

Ms.Stalworth  is a 5th grade teacher at W.B. Simpson Elementary School. She began her career in teaching in 2016 after graduating from Wilmington University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. She had the pleasure of working at Kent County Community School as well as Nellie Hughes Stokes. Then shortly after attained her Masters in Human Resources. She took a short break from teaching, and returned the 2020-2021 school year. She just graduated with her Masters Degree in Special Education through Relay (K-12) last fall. She looks forward to making connections with her students this year, and fostering a love for reading. 

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.

Erin Taraboletti has been working as a Speech-Language Pathologist for Caesar Rodney School District since 2003. She holds a M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from East Stroudsburg University and is ASHA certified. In her time with the CR school district, she has worked with students from pre-K to 12^th grade, with the majority of her time working with elementary aged students. She enjoys creating materials and keeping therapy sessions fun and functional. Mrs. Taraboletti spends her spare time reading and cheering on her two children in their sports and extracurricular activities.

Jamie Tucker has been the Student Behavioral Interventionalist at W.B. Simpson since 2022 and in the education field since 2003. Jamie has a Bachelors degree in Psychology. In her spare time, she enjoys being outside with her husband and three sons.

Ms. Turner started her teaching career at W.B. Simpson in 2022.  She graduated from Salisbury University with a B.S. in Elementary Education. She finds joy when it comes to the little things in life. She cannot wait to see what experiences this career brings her as a teacher. 

Ms. Welch has been teaching at W.B. Simpson Elementary School since 2022. She began her teaching career in 2014, having earned her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary and Special Education from Towson University. She graduated with her Masters Degree in Exceptional Children and Youth from the University of Delaware in 2021. 

Kaitlin Wilkes is the reading specialist and literacy coach at W.B. Simpson. She has taught in the Caesar Rodney School District since 2007 and has worked with first, second, and fourth grades as a classroom teacher. This is her second year as a reading specialist at W. B. Simpson. Mrs. Wilkes earned her elementary education degree at the University of Delaware and holds a Master of Science in the Education of Reading from Arkansas State University. Mrs. Wilkes was born and raised in Delaware (and a CR alum!) and resides with her husband and three sons. She loves to read and write and spends as much time outside as possible!

Miss Yunyi Yang is a third-grade Chinese immersion teacher who started her first year of teaching at W.B. Simpson Elementary School in 2023. Miss Yang has a bachelor's degree in early childhood and elementary education from Pennsylvania State University and a master's degree in teaching foreign languages from the University of Pennsylvania. She brings passion and cultural knowledge to her classroom. Outside of her job as a teacher, she loves to travel and see the world. This helps her bring new ideas and experiences into the classroom.

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 teaching in Delaware. Ms. Yang really enjoys life in Delaware and she is very excited to be a part of the Simpson Family. She really enjoys teaching and learning with her wonderful students. Ms. Yang's favorite things to do are traveling and singing.

Welcome to Miss. Yang’s 2rd Grade Chinese Immersion Room