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.    

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.

 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.

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.  

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 2^nd 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.

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.

Xue Kuang is a first year teacher at W.B. Simpson Elementary School and will be teaching 3rd grade Chinese immersion. Miss Kuang graduated from University of Maryland, where she earned her master degree in Curriculum and Instruction of world language and earned her Bachelor degree in Marketing and Art from Salisbury University. Miss Kuang loves animals and singing. She is very excited to start her first year at W.B. Simpson and believe every student will have a wonder year.

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.

Ling Laoshi's Class

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!

Jessica Melvin is a graduate from Wesley College with a BA in Psychology, holds a Masters in Elementary Studies from Wilmington College, and a Master's in School Leadership from Wilmington University. Jessica has served as W.B. Simpson Elementary School's Special Education Case Manager and 504 Coordinator since 2015. Jessica began her teaching career in 2004, and has taught grades K, 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th, most of her teaching years have been at W.B. Simpson. Jessica helps coordinate specialized programming and resources for W.B. Simpson as well as support special education teachers. Part of her role deals with IEP compliance at the building and district level, but she finds working with teachers to be one of the most rewarding parts of her job. Jessica also assists with RTI (multi-tiered supports) for behavior and academics at WBS.

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.

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! 

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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

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.

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

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).