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BANNEKER ALUMNI
Brevard (Bard) Williams Class of 1976
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 I
graduated from Banneker in 1976 when it was known as MD Collins
HS. I went on to get my Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the
University of Georgia, Master’s Degree in Education from
Georgia State, then a
Doctorate in Education from UGA. After more than 10 years as a
public school teacher and district technology coordinator in
Gwinnett County, I moved on to work for Apple Computer’s
Education Division. In 2001, I launched Techthree, Inc. (www.techthree.com),
a successful marketing and consulting business in California’s
Silicon Valley. I’m also a keynote speaker and award-winning
published author of 14 books (mostly about education and
educational technology) and more than 300 articles.
My road to success started with a great high school experience.
The teachers inspired me and I got a superb education. I was
involved in student government, theater and several after-school
clubs. Collins (Banneker) gave me the tools and ambition to
succeed, teacher-mentors who were my heroes, and a wonderful
network of friends -- for those things I am eternally grateful.
Eric J. Greene
Class
of 1989
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My name is Eric J.
Greene, known as True-Love throughout the halls of Banneker. I'm
the son of Claudia M. Greene the first and former Senior
Counselor of Banneker, and a graduate of the mighty class of
1989. I was a member of arguably the best football team that
suited up at Banneker, the 1988 9-2 7-AAAA sub region Champs.
I am proud to be a TROJAN!!!! I was also an all-state
wrestler, member of Who's Who, as well as the first Editor and
Chief of the Trojan Times Newspaper under the direction of Kerry
Wright. After graduation I continued my educational journey at
"Mississippi's Urban University" Jackson State University where
I was a member of the Tigers Football team. I was a Deans List
student and Who's Who among College and University Students. I
completed my course of study (Criminal Justice) in the Spring of
1993. After which I played and coached semi-pro football before
getting employed by the local school district (Jackson Public
Schools) as Head of Security at Capital City Alternative School
in 1996. I worked at CCAS until I was promoted in the fall of
2000 as Zone Supervisor/Sergeant over the whole district. I'm
married with 3 children and I was a committee member for the BHS
10 year reunion as well as a member for the upcoming 20 year in
2009.
Joseph Seabrooks (Named College
President) Class of 1989
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 Joseph
Seabrooks Jr. has been named as the final candidate for the
president position at Metropolitan Community College-Blue River
campus. MCC Chancellor Jackie Snyder will make a formal
recommendation to the MCC Board of Trustees at the Aug. 30 board
meeting. Pending board approval,Seabrooks will begin his
position Sept. 24.
Seabrooks, 36, comes to MCC from the University of Arkansas
where he had been the assistant vice chancellor for student
affairs since 2005. As assistant vice chancellor, Seabrooks was
responsible for providing leadership to the Enhanced Learning
Center, First Year Experience Programs, International Students &
Scholars, the office for Non-Traditional & Commuter Students,
Student Support Services, and Pre-College programs. Seabrooks
also worked the University of Missouri-Kansas City from
1995-2005 where he held several positions including assistant
director for alumni and constituent relations, director of
minority student affairs and executive director for the
diversity in action office.
Seabrooks is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Kansas
City where he earned an interdisciplinary doctorate in urban
leadership and policy studies and education, an EdSp in higher
education administration, a master's degree in education
administration and a bachelor's degree in psychology. "I am
thrilled to have the opportunity to be a part of the
Metropolitan Community College-Blue River campus. What excites
me the most is the fact that I am joining such a nurturing,
vibrant, and student-centered community," Seabrooks said.
Stephen W.
Ramsden Class of 1983
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 I
graduated from B. Banneker in 1983 when it was called Feldwood
High School. I want you current students and faculty to know
how incredibly lucky you are to attend such a nice, well
equipped school. When I was there during
it’s first five years of existence we where lucky to have
books and chalk. We couldn’t have dreamed of the superior
facilities you now enjoy but we did have the heart and spirit of
learning that goes on in your halls everyday. After graduating
I served in the US Navy Submarine Fleet, graduated from Georgia
State University with a degree in Physics and have been an Air
Traffic Controller in Atlanta for the last 20 years. I carry
with me the memories of a good school with good people. Keep it
up please and make us alumni proud!! Go Trojans!!
Jonathan
Thomas
Class of 2001
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I attended
Banneker High School from 1997-2001. While at Banneker I
participated in a number of extracurricular activities. I was a
member of the TAG program, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha
Theta math club, as well as the academic bowl team. I was also a
member of the Trojan baseball, basketball, and cross country
teams. In the fall of the 2000-2001 school year I was crowned
homecoming king. I went on to receive various awards at the end
of my senior year.
Upon finishing at Banneker, I was recruited on scholarship to
play baseball at
Morris
Brown College
with a major in Architectural Studies. After two years at Morris
Brown, I was forced to transfer due to the unfortunate closing
of the school. From there I transferred to Savannah State
University, where I am currently finishing my B.S. degree in
Civil Engineering Technology. While at Savannah State
University, I have been a part of the baseball team and the
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), where I held the
offices of Treasurer (2003- 04) and President (2004-05). I have
gained lots of experience in my field through internships and
look forward to starting a promising career with a Fortune 500
Company. My graduation date will be May 5th, 2007.
I would like to thank all the great teachers of
Benjamin
Banneker High School for challenging me to do the very best that
I can. IT’S PAYING OFF!!!!!
Shemika S. Turner
Class of 1996
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T hey
just can not stay away. Shemika S. Turner
graduated from Banneker with the elite class of 1996.
While attending Banneker she was on the Super Honor Roll
for four years. She also participated in the Beta
Club, Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and SGA. As a Trojan Ms. Turner
was a member of the Girls Basketball Team, Track Team,
Softball, and Band. She was named as a Stand Out Athelete.
After graduating from Banneker Shemika received a full
four-year basketball scholarship to the University of
North Carolina Charlotte. In the year 2000 she
received a B.A. Degree in Communications/Public
Relation. After receiving her degree Ms. Turner
played professional basketball in Europe(Portugal) and
played semi-professional basketball in the WNBL with the
Birmingham Power. She also has worked with Fulton
County Parks and Recreation; Summer Camp
Counselor, Youth Athletics Coach, and as a Program Services
Specialist.
At her Alma Mater Banneker High School,
Shemika Turner is now a Special Education Teacher.
She also works as the Basketball and Track
assistant coach. We are very lucky to have
Ms. Turner on our staff.
Erica L. Brantley, CHES, MSA Class of 1995
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Erica
Brantley, an
Atlanta,
GA native, transferred to Banneker High during her
junior year. While a student at Banneker, Erica was
involved in several school activities. Her participation
included proudly serving as class president and being an
active member of the Lady Trojan’s basketball and track
teams. After graduation in 1995, Erica attended the
University of Georgia as a HOPE scholar to pursue a
degree in Health Promotion and Behavior.
As a student at UGA, Erica continued her community
service involvement. She served as co-team leader of the
Black Educational Support Team, reinstated the campus
chapter of the NAACP - serving as president for 2 years
and selected as a UGA Peer Health Educator and student
representative for the University of Georgia
Presidential Multicultural Affairs Committee.
Erica
has upheld Banneker’s school motto of striving for
excellence, learning for life by obtaining her Master of
Science in Health Administration. She currently is
employed as a Community Health Educator for the Atlanta
Alliance on Developmental Disabilities. Additionally,
she is finalizing plans to open Children’s Health
Education Support and Solutions - a not-for-profit that
will provide therapeutic services to youth with
behavioral and developmental disability concerns.
Erica
is the proud parent of Kameron whom she says “brings a
daily breath of fresh air to her life”. You may contact
Erica at brantleye@hotmail.com
Donna M Smith
(Williams) Class of 1996
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Donna
Smith graduated from Banneker with the proud Class of
1996. She was a member of the Mighty Marching
Trojans (1992-1996). She was one of the few female
drummers (tenor drum) that have graced the field at
Banneker. She was SGA vice-president and Senior
Class Treasurer during the 1995-1996 school year.
She was a member of the TAG program, National Honor
Society, CBE, Pep Squad, and a Statistician for the
Womens Varsity Basketball Team.
After
graduation, she attended Tuskegee University
(1996-2000), where she majored in Computer Science.
She was involved in the National Society of Black
Engineers (NSBE), Society of Women Engineers (SWE), Past
Chapter President of the Association for Computing
Machinery (ACM), and Past Chapter President of the
Upsilon Pi Epsilon (International Honor Society for the
Computing and Information Disciplines). Donna
believes it was her destiny to become an Engineer.
She survived college life and graduated with a BS in
computer Science from TU in the year 2000.
Ms.
Smith was recruited after graduation to work at Raytheon
Missile Systems in Tucson, Arizona as a Software
Engineer. She has worked in various arenas
including Testing Software, Developing Software, to
currently supporting Software Applications. Donna
is currently married with one child and residing in the
Tucson area. She wanted to mention that her maiden
name is "Donna Williams", so if any current students are
ever in the band room (and the old pictures of the band
lines are still up) that's how you can identify her.
Donna admits that a lot of her work ethics and values
were instilled at Banneker High School. From
the counselors, through the teachers, up to the
Principal (Mr. Hansell Gunn) and his staff.
Ms. Smith is working on information for the Class of
1996 Reunion so all
Rev Jacson L. Moody Jr.
Class of 1989
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I am
the Rev Jacson L. Moody Jr. I am a 1989 graduate
of B. E. Banneker High School. I am also an
Alumnus of Georgia Southern University in Statesboro,
Georgia. I have enjoyed great success in several
fields since my departure from Banneker. I served
as regional sales manager with the Kirby Co. I
have been a highly sought after motivational speaker
known to awaken the sleeping giant inside of all
listening. In 1996, I answered the calling into
the ministry. I currently serve as the Sr. Pastor
of the Harper Chapel United Methodist Church in Baxley,
Georgia. I have developed a bit of a reputation
for bringing strong leadership and growth with me
wherever I go. All the leadership skills that I
have were learned in the confines of Banneker High
School. I was extremely active in a lot of
different areas both academically and athletically
during my time at Banneker. One must understand
that Banneker was a very different place in the late
nineteen eighties. We did not have very much at all but
we did the best that we could with what we had. I
thank God that we had to endure the hardships that we
faced at Banneker because it made us stronger as people.
I will be attending Emory University this fall where I
plan to begin my quest to receive my doctorate.
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