Faculty
**To email, click teacher's name. To visit a teacher's website, click on the teacher's subject**
|
Language Arts
Kailyn Adams - Language Arts & Media
Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in English Certification in English 6-12 Lindsay Lowe - Language Arts Graduate of the University of West Florida and Concordia University, Portland, OR Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education K-6 Master's Degree in Curriculum & Instruction, Reading Specialist Certification in Reading, ESOL, Exceptional Student Education, and Elementary Education K-6 Mrs. Lowe is married with a wonderful daughter. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, shopping, and shouting "ROLL TIDE!" Melissa McGuire - Language Arts Graduate of Columbia College and the University of West Florida Certification in English 5-9, Social Science 6-12, and ESE K-12 Mrs. McGuire is married to Mr. Michael McGuire and they have two children.
Heather Boddy - Math Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Finance Master's Degree in Elementary Education Curriculum and Instruction Certification in Mathematics 6-12, Elementary Education K-6, ESOL Mrs. Boddy enjoys running and spending time with her husband and 3 children. Theresa Booker - ESE Inclusion Graduate of Columbia Southern University Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health Certifications in ESE, Family and Consumer Science, Math 5-9 Mrs. Booker enjoys reading, sewing, and spending time with her family. Julie Bragg - Art Bachelor's Degree in Pre-Medical with a minor in Art. National Board Certified Art Teacher Certification in Biology and Art Mrs. Bragg is married with 2 boys. Mrs. Bragg enjoys time at home with family, producing art, horseback riding, and spending time outdoors. ART EOC Review Sandra Bramel - ESE Access Graduate of the University of Central Florida Certification in Elementary K-6 and ESE 0-4yrs, and K-12 Mrs. Bramel is married to Mr. Mitch Bramel and has three wonderful daughters. Jordan Bray - 6th grade language arts Graduate of Auburn University Bachelor's Degree in Communication Studies Certification in Social Science 5-9 and English 6-12 Marcus Buchanan - U.S. History Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in History Certification in Social Science and Physical Education Ashley Carter - World History and Language Arts Melissa Cody - Math Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Education Certification in English, Mathematics, and Elementary Education Mrs. Cody is a certified personal trainer and teaches fitness classes for adults after school hours. Jennifer Cutchens - Language Arts Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Middle School Language Arts and Social Studies Certification in Language Arts Mrs. Cutchens is married to her college sweetheart and has two children. Mrs. Cutchens is our 2013 - 2014 Teacher of the Year. Angie Donlan - Learning Strategies Graduate of University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Special Education Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction Certifications in ESE (K-12), School Principal (K-12), Educational Leadership (K-12) Ms. Donlan has been in education for 21 years; 8 years in school administration as assistant principal, 13 in instructional, 8 in the classroom, 3 as ESE Liaison, and 2 as Dean. Ms. Donlan exited administration for the desire of returning to the classroom. Tracee Driver - Civics Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in History Education Certification in Social Science (5-9) and Social Science (6-12) Mandy Ezekiel - Reading Graduate of Auburn University Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education Certification in Reading and Elementary Education Brad Filbert - Physical Education Graduate of University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education Certification in Physical Education K-12, Social Science 6-12, and Middle Grades Science 5-9 Mr. Filbert enjoys spending time with his family, wife (Amie) and two sons (Nate and Jon). Kaitlyn Floyd - World History & Civics Graduate of Florida State University Bachelor's in Social Science Education Certification in Social Science (6-12) Mrs. Floyd enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. Mrs. Floyd's favorite hobbies are reading, spending time at the beach, and all things crafty! Renee Goodson - Reading, ESE Inclusion Graduate of Auburn University and Florida State University Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education Master's Degree in Emotionally Handicapped/Learning Disabilities Certification in Reading, ESOL, and Learning Disabilities and Emotionally Handicapped (1 - 6) Mrs. Goodson is National Board Certified. She won the "Reading Teacher of the Year" award for Santa Rosa County in 2008 and the "Reading Teacher of the Year" award for the state of Florida (Region 1) in 2008. Steven Gregson - Health & ESE Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelors Degree in Physical Education Certification in ESE K-12 and Physical Education K-12 Mr. Gregson enjoys spending time with his wife and two children and watching Alabama football. Roll Tide! Stacy Grice - Journalism (yearbook) & Critical Thinking Graduate of Troy State University Bachelor's Degree in English and Journalism Certification in English (6-12) and ESOL Mrs. Grice worked as a journalist, photographer, and a graphic designer prior to fulfilling her lifelong dream of becoming a teacher. By sponsoring the yearbook, Mrs. Grice still gets the pleasure of dabbling into the loves of her former self while doing what she was meant to do – teach. Denise Gullickson - Science Graduate of the College of Charleston Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education Certification in Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum Mrs. Gullickson has two daughters who are both in college. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and three dogs. Megan Hansen - Language Arts Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degrees in Exceptional Student Education and Elementary Education Certification in Reading, ESOL, Exceptional Student Education, and Elementary Education Mrs. Hansen is married and has three children. She is very excited to be teaching at Sims Middle School! Sandy Haynes - Digital Information Technology Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Business Education Certification in Business Education, 7-12 Mrs. Haynes has been married for 29+ years and has a two grown children. In her spare time she likes to try new recipes in her kitchen, read, go to the beach, and spend time with her family and friends. Cathy Heim - World History Graduate of the University of West Florida Associate’s Degree in History Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education/ESE Certification in Elementary Education K-6, ESE K-12, Reading, ESOL and Social Studies 5-9 Mrs. Heim has been a Navy Wife for 25 years and was happy to be able to settle in Pace and begin a full time teaching career. She enjoys reading, cooking and spending time with her husband and 2 children. Maria Hess - Language Arts Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degrees in English and Social Studies Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction Certification in Middle Grades English, Middle Grades Social Studies, and Gifted Education Mrs. Hess serves as a mentor teacher for Santa Rosa County. She enjoys reading, crocheting, jewelry-crafting, and spending time with family. Chastity Jernigan - Science Donna Jordan - Media Specialist Graduate of University of West Florida Bachelor’s Degree in English Education Certification in Middle and High School Language Arts, Library Media Specialist Mrs. Jordan enjoys reading, going to the beach, and traveling. Heather Kummer - Math and Science Graduate of University of Florida Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education Specialization in Middle Grades Mathematics Certification in Mathematics 5-9 Mrs. Kummer has been married to her college sweetheart for 23 years. GO GATORS! They have 4 daughters, 3 in college (UF, UCF, and Penn State) and 1 in 9th grade. Mrs. Kummer enjoys spending time with her family, including her two super silly yellow labs. |
Math
Gretchen McClain - Math
Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelors in Marketing and Management Certification in Middle School Math Grades 5-9 Mrs. McClain loves basketball and enjoys spending time with her husband and son. Mrs. McClain was the 2017-2018 Santa Rosa County Middle School Mathematics Teacher of the Year. Jennifer Martin - ESE
Graduate of Western Kentucky University Bachelor, Master's, and Rank 1 in Special Education Math 5-8 and Learning and Behavior Disorders K-12 and Director of Special Education Certification For the last 20 years, Ms. Martin has volunteered in the sports of track and field, bowling, cheerleading and softball. Sheri Meadows - Math Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Marketing Certification in Math 6-12 and ESE Jordan Melton - Civics Graduate of Florida State University Bachelor's Degree in Political Science - Focus on American Government, Comparative Politics, and International Relations Certification in Social Science 6-12, ESE k-12, Science 5-9, Math 5-9 Member of Santa Rosa County Digital Leadership Team Discovery Education Ambassador Katie Miller - Language Arts & Critical Thinking Graduate of the Florida State University & University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Social Science Education Master's Degree in Ed. Leadership Certifications in English 5-9, Social Sciences 6-12, Integrated Curriculum 5-9, and Educational Leadership Mrs. Miller and her husband have two daughters. Her family enjoys fishing, swimming, and time with family and friends. Sonia Miller - Health & Language Arts Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in English Master's Degree in Physical Education from the University of West Florida Master's Degree in English and Physical Education from Charles University in Prague Certification in Reading, Physical Education, English, and Health Ms. Miller enjoys traveling, swimming, reading, art, skiing, spending time at the beach, and being outdoors. Heather Myers - Science Graduate of Western Illinois University Bachelor of Business with a Finance degree Certified in Middle Grades Math and Science (5-9) She is currently working on a Master's degree at the University of West Florida. Brittany Myrick - Science Graduate of the University of West Florida Certifications in ESE K-12, Middle Grades Science, Middle Grades Integrated, Middle Grades Social Studies, and Gifted Endorsement Mrs. Myrick is married to Robert Myrick and has a daughter named Madison. Kevin Ricks - U. S. and World History Graduate of Florida State University Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Social Science Certification in Social Studies, P.E., & Health Coach Ricks is an assistant baseball coach at Pace High School. Stephanie Rimes - Math Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in History Certification in Math (5-9), Social Science (5-9), and ESE Aaron Runyon - Physical Education Graduate of Florida State University Bachelor and Master of Science in Social Science Education National Board Certified Certified in PE K-12, English and Social Science 6-12 Jeannie Runyon - U. S. History Graduate of The University of Florida, Bachelor of Science in History Graduate of Florida State University, Master of Science in Social Science Education National Board Certified Teacher Certification in Language Arts 6-12, Social Science 6-12, and Physical Education K-12 ESOL endorsed, Content Area Reading endorsed Mrs. Runyon enjoys running & triathlon, going to the beach, and spending time with her husband and son! Tom Savage - Band Graduate of Salisbury State University Bachelor's Degree in Music Education K-12 Master's Degree in Music Performance Certification in Music Ed K-12 Mr. Savage enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters. He enjoys performing with many groups along the gulf coast. Band Calendar Jennifer Schmitt - Science Graduate of Florida State University Master’s Degree from the United States Sports Academy Certification in Biology grades 6-12 Mrs. Schmitt enjoys spending time with her husband and son. She also loves time spent on the beach and being out in nature! Lauren Schultz - Physical Education Graduate from the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education/Teacher Education Certification in k-12 Physical Education Coach Register coaches softball and volleyball at Pace High School. In her spare time she enjoys spending quality with her family and husband. Britt Shore - ESE - Science & Pre-Algebra Graduate of Columbia Southern University Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Leadership Certification in ESE K-12 Charisse Smith - Science Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education Master's Degree in Instructional Technology Certification in Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum Mrs. Smith is married and has two daughters. Mrs. Smith enjoys spending time with her puppies, watching her daughters play volleyball, and spending time with her family. Leslie Specht - Language Arts Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in English Education Certification in English (5-9), English (6-12), Middle Grade Integrated (5-9), and ESOL. Stephany Heath-Tucker - Chorus Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Music Education Certification in Music, K-12 Mrs. Heath-Tucker is currently pursuing her Master's Degree in Music Education at Florida State University. Joy Tyner - ESE & Choir Graduate of William Carey University and the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Music Master's Degree in Clinical Teaching/Special Education Certification in Music (K-12) and ESE (K-12) National Board Certified in Adolescent Music Among Ms. Tyner's favorite people are her children, grandchildren, and middle schoolers. Sherry Vermillion - Science Graduate of The University of Alabama- Birmingham Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education & Middle School Education Majored in Chemistry and Minored in Physics Ms. Vermillion enjoys hiking, kayaking, Broadway plays, traveling, and spending time with her 2 children and 2 dogs. She is also a HUGE Auburn fan!!!!!!! Kelly Walker - ESE (CBSA) Graduate of Mississippi State University Bachelor's Degree in Special Education Endorsements in Mild/Mod Disabilities and Severe Disabilities Mrs. Walker enjoys going to the beach and spending time with her family. Autumn Weeks - Science & Math Lauren West - ESE Inclusion, Math Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degrees in Exceptional Student Education and Elementary Education Master's Degree in Exceptional Student Education Certification in Reading, ESOL, Exceptional Student Education, and Elementary Education Miss West enjoys reading in her free time. Currently working on Master's in Special Education at the University of West Florida Beth Wheeler - Math Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from Faulkner University Master's Degree in Education from Jacksonville State University Certification in Elementary Education and Middle Grades Math and Science Mrs. Wheeler is a National Board Certified teacher of Middle Grades Mathematics. Mrs. Wheeler enjoys reading, the beach, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Sarah Widener - Science Graduate of Florida State University Bachelor's degree in Biological Science, minor in Chemistry Ryan Wieczorek - Language Arts Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor’s Degree in English Certified in English 6-12, Reading, and ESOL Endorsed National Board Certified Mrs. Wieczorek enjoys reading and spending time with family and friends. Tim Wooten - Civics Graduate of the University of West Florida Bachelor's Degree in Middle School Education Certification in Social Sciences 5-9 and 6-12 Mr. Wooten enjoys running and exercising. |
Santa Rosa County School District Mission
Preparing students for success by providing a superior, relevant education.
Santa Rosa County School District Vision
Our students will be productive, successful contributors to society
Preparing students for success by providing a superior, relevant education.
Santa Rosa County School District Vision
Our students will be productive, successful contributors to society