Directory
Administration
Amie Snow is the Principal for the Academy at Middle Fork.
“I love our Academy family, which includes our staff, our students, and our families. We work together, care about one another and want what is best for children.”
Fun Fact: Snow loves having movie nights with her family. “We cuddle up, eat popcorn (and sometimes M&Ms) and watch all kinds of movies together.”
Degrees
- B.A. in elementary education, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2002
- M.A. in reading education, Appalachian State University, 2006
- Ed.D. in educational leadership, Appalachian State University, 2014
- MPA, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2023
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Reading K-12
- School Administrator: Principal
- School Administrator: Superintendent
Degrees
- B.A. in Elementary Education, Fayetteville State University, 2013
- M.A. in Reading Education, North Carolina A & T State University, 2023
- MSA in School Administration, North Carolina Central University, 2023
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Reading K-12
Shaylee Rogers-Moore is the Director of Student Support for the Academy at Middle Fork.
“I love working at a student-centered school that focuses on the whole child. At the academy, I have the opportunity to be a part of a school environment that creates and implements programs that directly benefit students, ensuring they have the support they need to succeed academically and personally.”
Fun fact: “I have two children, Ryder and Randi Clare, who keep me very busy. Most weekends, we can be found on a ball field somewhere.”
Degrees
- B.A. in special education, Salem University, 2014
- M.Ed. in special education, Liberty University, 2019
- Graduate Certificate in School Leadership (licensure), Appalachian State University, 2023
Licensure Areas
- Exceptional Children: General Curriculum (K-12)
- Exceptional Children: Program Administrator
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Social Studies (6-9)
Darron Daniels is the Director of Culture and Climate for the Academy at Middle Fork.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The students are incredible and do an excellent job in demonstrating what it means to be a mini-Mountaineer. They can write amazing stories, are very intelligent, and really enjoy coming to school each day to see their teachers. The staff is very welcoming, supportive, and willing to do whatever they can to ensure that they are reaching their students. It’s a great learning community.”
Fun Fact: “I enjoy sports and entertainment media and staying knowledgeable about what is trending in the news, basketball, football, movies, music, TV and so on.”
Degrees
- B.A. in strategic communications, Elon University, 2016
- M.A. in educational media, Appalachian State University, 2021
Licensure Areas
- Instructional Technology Specialist – Computers
Office Staff
Melanie Hicks-Lane is an administrative support specialist at the Academy at Middle Fork.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The entire staff is like one big family!”
Fun fact: “I love to ride motorcycles!”
Paula Anderson is the Data Manager at the Academy at Middle Fork.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “Great Staff with a family atmosphere.”
Fun Fact: “I’m scared of heights but enjoy jumping out of planes.”
Degrees:
- A.A.S. in administrative office technology, Forsyth Technical Community College, 1991
Denise Gallimore is the school engagement coordinator at the Academy at Middle Fork.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The Academy’s staff, teachers, students, and families are like beautiful and unique puzzle pieces where everyone contributes something special to create an amazing picture. I am so happy to have the opportunity to offer a small piece to the Academy’s picture and purpose.”
Fun Fact: “I like cooking and trying new recipes…but I’m not a fan of cleaning the kitchen afterwards.”
Degrees
- B.A. in English, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 1992
K-1 Team
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The positive family atmosphere.”
Fun Fact: “I am a Mom of a fun loving six year old. He is my heart. ”
Degrees:
- B.S. in birth to kindergarten, Winston-Salem State University, 2003
- M.A. in reading education, Appalachian State University, 2021
Licensure Areas
- Birth to Kindergarten
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The FAMILY atmosphere between the staff, students and parents”
Fun Fact: “I have four grandchildren!”
Degrees
- B.A. in elementary education, University of North Carolina at Wilmington, 1990
- Graduate Certificate in reading education, Appalachian State University, currently enrolled
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “A family environment with the staff.”
Fun Fact: “I love movies.”
Degrees
- B.A. in elementary education, D’Youville College, 2002
- M.A. in reading education, Appalachian State, 2021
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Reading K-12
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “My favorite thing about working at the Academy is the tremendously supportive, student-centered, inclusive, and family-like atmosphere.”
Fun Fact: “I’ve been to three Bad Bunny concerts and I really want to go to another one!”
Degrees
- A.A., Forsyth Technical Community College, 2018
- B.S. in elementary education, Appalachian State University, 2020
- M.A. in reading education, Appalachian State University, 2021
- Graduate Certificate in teaching emergent bilingual populations in content areas, Appalachian State University, 2021
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Reading Education
Degrees
- B.S. in Elementary Education, Appalachian State University, 2022
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “It feels like ONE BIG HAPPY FAMILY and the children are the main focus.”
Fun Fact: “I have camped in 47 of the 50 states.”
Degrees
- B.S. in elementary education, University of Phoenix, 2019
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The teamwork.”
Fun Fact: “I enjoy singing, particularly in a choir.”
Degrees
- B.S. in elementary education, Carolina University, 1990
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The first grade teachers are really nice and Ms.Clayton is really nice too.”
Fun Fact: “I have a cat named Kitty.”
2-3 Team
Degrees
- B.S. in Elementary Education, Appalachian State University, 2013
- M.S. in Elementary Education, Liberty University, 2017
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- School Administrator: Principal
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “Everyone cares about one another in and out of school.”
Fun Fact: “I love sneakers!”
Degrees
- B.A. in elementary education, Winston-Salem State University, 2011
- M.A. in reading education, Appalachian State University, currently enrolled
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “My favorite thing about working at the Academy is the focus on finding JOY and inspiring curiosity.”
Fun Fact: “When I am not spending free time at home with my dogs, I seek new adventures! You will often find me pretending to be a professional captain on the water, walking through creeks, or on the road with wind in my hair.”
Degrees
- B.S. in elementary education, Appalachian State University, 2018
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “My favorite thing about working at the Academy is the community of staff that is student focused and extremely supportive!”
Fun Fact: “I am an avid reader who has read around 50 books in the last year or so!”
Degrees
- B.S. in elementary education, Appalachian State University, 2022
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
Raygan is a Teacher Assistant at the Academy at Middle Fork
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The family feel that the Academy has.”
Fun Fact: “I have a spunky corgi named Lucy & she is my favorite thing in the world.”
Degrees:
- B.S. in Kinesiology, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 2022
4-5 Team
“My favorite part about working at the Academy is the welcoming atmosphere and how the Academy is one big family. As you walk down the halls, you see a love for education through the words, attitudes, and actions of each teacher, administrator and staff member. Throughout the school, you see a mindset focused on teamwork, support, and encouragement which in return has built a school environment that is student-centered.”
Fun Fact: “In my free time, I enjoy going to the race track and working on a pit crew with my family!”
Degrees
- B.S. in elementary education, Piedmont International University, 2015
- B.A. in elementary education, High Point University, 2015
- M.A. in teaching and learning, Liberty University, 2018
- M.A. in reading education, Appalachian State University, 2021
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
“It is hard to choose just one thing that I love about the Academy, but the best thing is working with a staff who cares for our students and each other so deeply! We are always learning and growing together.”
Fun Fact: “I have a border collie named Murphy that I’ve had since college! I love taking her places.”
Degrees
- B.S. in elementary education, Appalachian State University, 2019
- M.A. in reading education, Appalachian State University, 2020
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The relationships within our classroom and school.”
Fun Fact: “I am going on a 30-day backpacking excursion through Europe next Summer!”
Degrees:
- B.A. in elementary education, University of North Carolina at Wilmington, 2021
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
Degrees: Masters of Education, Bachelors: Race, Class and Culture.
Why Academy at Middle Fork? “I love the innovative model and the intentionality of the Academy with putting students first”.
What are you most excited about this year? Building positive, trusting relationships with students and staff.
Hobbies and interests: Baking, traveling and crafting.
Fun Fact: “I’m ambidextrous”
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “I love the sense of family and community working among the staff, students and their families.”
Fun Fact: “I grew up in Upstate New York but have never been to New York City.”
Degrees
- A.S. in liberal arts, Corning Community College, 1998
- B.S. in elementary education with a math concentration, State University of New York, 2000
EC Team
Degrees
- B.A. in Accounting, Dowling College, 1990
- M.A. in Special Education, 2005
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Academically or Intellectually Gifted
- Cross Categorical K-12
- Language Arts 6-9
Degrees
- B.S. in Deaf Education, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 2013
- M.Ed. in Special Education, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 2016
Licensure Areas
- Exceptional Children: General Curriculum (K-12)
- Exceptional Children: Adapted Curriculum (K-12)
Alexa is the Speech Language Pathologist for the Academy at Middle Fork.
“I truly appreciate how our school fosters an environment where every student is valued, supported, and loved. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the positive impact our staff has on our students’ growth and confidence.”
Fun fact: “I grew up in Pittsburgh, and now my family including my two kids, husband, and our incredibly spoiled dog—keeps life lively and full of adventure! Our home is full of love and chaos!”
Degrees
- B.S. in Speech-Pathology and Audiology, Clarion University, 2013
- M.S. in Science in Speech-Language Pathology, Clarion University, 2014
- North Carolina Licenses for Speech-Language Pathologist, 2015
- Certificate of Clinical Competence through The American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA), 2015
- Autism Graduate Certificate, Appalachian State University. (enrolled)
Licensure Areas
- Speech and Language Pathologist
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The sense of family with the staff at the Academy. I also love working with the students and my team members.”
Fun Fact: “I am a serious person but I can be funny and bring a smile to your face.”
Degrees
- Associates in accounting, King’s College, 1991
Specialists
Carla Clayton is a Media Specialist at the Academy at Middle Fork.
“My favorite thing about working at the Academy is the positive learning environment.”
Fun Fact: “I love spending time with my family.”
Degrees
- B.A. in psychology, University of Miami, 1994
- M.S. in library science, Florida State University, 2000
- M.A. in reading education, Appalachian State University, 2021
Licensure Areas
- Media Coordinator
Megan Garner is the art teacher at the Academy at Middle Fork.
Garner says her favorite thing about working at the Academy is the students.
Fun Fact: “I have lived in Cape Town, South Africa, and in Giessen, Germany.”
Degrees
- B.A. in studio art, Furman University, 1994
Licensure Areas
- Art K-12
Allison Phelps is the STEM teacher at the Academy at Middle Fork.
“My favorite thing about the Academy is the bond and positive relationships I have built with fellow teachers and students.”
Fun Fact: “I am a twin mom! #outnumbered”
Degrees
- B.A. in elementary education, High Point University, 2006
- M.A in reading education, East Carolina University, 2012
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Reading K-12
Robin Phelps is a physical education teacher at the Academy at Middle Fork.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “I love the people I work with!! Of course, I love what I do but working in an environment with people I love and who love me is priceless.”
Fun Fact: Phelps enjoys surf fishing, coastal history and coastal exploration.
Degrees
- B.A. in physical education, Emory and Henry College, 2008
Licensure Areas
- Health and Physical Education
- Safety and Driver Education
Elaine is the Music Teacher for the Academy at Middle Fork.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “There is a spirit of love and camaraderie here between the staff/faculty and the students that is from mutual respect and support and it’s a special thing.”
Fun Fact: “I was a church organist in the early days of my teaching career and loved playing that powerful instrument!”
Degrees
- Bachelor in Music Education, Voice Concentration, Appalachian State University, 1995.
- Masters in Music Education, University of N.C. at Greensboro, 1999.
Support Staff
Jasmine “Jazz” Brown is the school Social Worker at the Academy at Elkin.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “Everyone has one question in mind, “what can we do to help children learn and set them up for a successful future.” I also love that we are a family!”
Fun Fact: “I am an introvert but my emotions come through when I mime through music.”
Degrees:
- Associates of Social Work, Forsyth Technical Community College, 2014
- BSW, Winston-Salem State University, 2018
Matthew Cooke is the Technology Support Specialist at the Academy at Elkin.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “Everyone has been so inviting and kind to me from the moment I got here, I have felt like a part of something big since day 1.”
Fun Fact: “I’m a huge history nut, so naturally I collect a lot of different types of historical items. Recently my interest has been vintage clothes, hats, advertisements, and really anything related to Winston-Salem’s history in different industries that built the city.”
Degrees:
- B.A. in history, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 2020
Elif Erginer is the school counselor at the Academy at Middle Fork.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “I love the warmth and camaraderie amongst the staff and the focus on equity, compassion, and restorative justice. This is a great team of people who put kids first and show their caring and support every day.”
Fun Fact: “I gave birth to full-term, healthy twin girls that were 8.5 and 9.5 lbs, respectively. The doctors and nurses kept commenting about how huge they were, and they are still the tallest in their class.”
Degrees
- B.S. in psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1992
- M.A. in women’s studies, George Washington University, 1995
- M.S. in counseling, California State University, Northridge, 2009
- Graduate Certificate in school counseling, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 2020
Licensure Areas
- School Counselor
Chantae Reynolds is an English as a second language teacher at the Academy at Middle Fork.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “The Academy feels like family.”
Fun Fact: “I love elephants!”
Degrees
- B.A. in communication studies, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 2006
- M.A.T. in elementary education, Salem College, 2008
- Graduate Certificate in reading education, Appalachian State University, 2019
- Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, Appalachian State University, currently enrolled
Licensure Areas
- English as a Second Language K-12
- Elementary Education (K-6)
Ayden Tackett is a behavior support interventionist at the Academy at Middle Fork.
“My favorite thing about working at the Academy is the collective dedication to providing the best possible experience for our students.”
Fun Fact: “I can quote most of the Lord of the Rings movies!”
Degrees
- B.A. in psychology, Salem College, 2015
- M.A. in professional school counseling, Appalachian State University, currently enrolled
Kori Trainor is the school improvement coach at the Academy at Middle Fork.
Favorite thing about working at the Academy: “It becomes a family!”
Fun Fact: “I love to travel so my dream is to visit every state at least once.”
Degrees
- B.A. in elementary education, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 2005
- M.A. in reading education, Appalachian State University, 2010
- Graduate Certificate in academically/intellectually gifted, Duke University, 2015
- Ed.D. in educational leadership, Appalachian State University, currently enrolled
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Reading (K-12)
- Academically or Intellectually Gifted
Heather Wham is a teacher support coach at the Academy at Middle Fork.
“I love the community at the Academy. The support from the administration and fellow teachers is encouraging. The curriculum that we use is authentic, engaging and student-centered. Students are excited to attend school each day and have created beautiful relationships with each other and staff. The Academy is truly one of a kind and I am blessed to be a Mountaineer each day!”
Fun Fact: “I have a one-year-old daughter who is the silliest little girl.”
Degrees
- B.S. in elementary education, Wingate University, 2009
- M.A. in reading education, Appalachian State, 2012
Licensure Areas
- Elementary Education (K-6)
- Reading K-12
- Academically or Intellectually Gifted