Grade 2 Staff

Amanda Bausman - Bausman@fulton.k12.ga.us

Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, I have lived in Cincinnati, Ohio for the past seventeen years. I have a BS in Early Childhood Development from Ohio State University and a BS in Elementary Education from Northern Kentucky. I am a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority and an active member in my community.

I am so excited to be teaching here at Cogburn! I recently graduated from Wesleyan College in Macon, GA with my degree in early childhood education. I just moved back to the Alpharetta area with my husband and my two dogs. I look forward to meeting my new second graders this year and can not wait until the new school year begins!

Welcome! My name is Mrs. Franklin. I love teaching at Cogburn Woods! It is such a wonderful school. I live in Alpharetta with my husband and pets. I am from a small town, Eufaula, Alabama. I enjoyed growing up there. I graduated from Auburn University and love to go back for football games! I love teaching and can’t wait to meet you!

My name is Kim Hanger and I am from Savannah, Georgia. I have taught first grade for nine years. I have a Masters degree in Early Education which is focused in reading and literacy. I have a wonderful family! David Jr., my son, is a Lance Corporal in the United States Marines and is stationed at Camp LeJeune. Jennifer, my daughter, is a college freshman who will be attending UGA (Go Dawgs!) and David is my husband of 24 years. I aim to model the fun of learning through inventive lessons and create a safe environment that promotes learning. I am so excited to be joining the family of Cogburn Woods and look forward to a rewarding year of teaching.

My name is Matt Hicks, and I’ve taught at Cogburn Woods since the school opened in 2004. I am excited to be a part of the Cogburn family and learning community! I’m originally from Burlington, NC and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 2001 with my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. I received my Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from North Georgia College and State University in 2008. I live in Atlanta with my wonderful wife, Lindsey. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, cooking, coffee, reading, running, yoga, and watching college football.

I am originally from Boca Raton, Florida , where I spent my teenage years teaching swimming lessons. It was in the pool that I found my love for teaching. I attended Georgia Southern University and graduated in the fall of 1999. I taught for three years in Florida and decided to move back to Georgia. I have worked the past two years in Forsyth County teaching fourth grade and serving as my school's Science Leader. I provide a nurturing, safe and fun environment for children where my lessons authentically engage each child. I motivate each child to do their best and they always rise to the top! We learn, have fun and laugh often in Mrs. Keller's class! School is always enjoyable in my room!

I was born and raised in upstate New York. I have been living in Georgia for twelve years and truly enjoy the South. I have been teaching for eight years in Fulton County. I hold a Master's degree in Elementary Education from Mercer University, and I earned National Board Certification in 2000. I love traveling, playing tennis, and spending time with friends during my free time. I am very excited to be part of the Cogburn Woods family.

Hello! My name is Michelle Sloter, a newly hired second grade teacher here at Cogburn Woods Elementary. I was born and raised in the Midwest in the small town of Decorah, Iowa, and attended Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa. After graduating, I married (husband Daryl), moved to Alpharetta, and began my teaching career at Dolvin Elementary. I taught for ten years, and then took five years off after our second son was born. I started back teaching at Crabapple Crossing Elementary for two and a half years, and am now very happy to be a part of the fabulous Cogburn Woods Elementary staff. My husband and I are sports enthusiasts, so when I am not in the classroom, we really enjoy watching our children participate in their athletic programs.

Hi! My name is Ericah Stokes. I am originally from Dalton, Georgia and I moved to the Alpharetta area when I married my husband in December 2001. I have obtained an associate's degree from Dalton State College, a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Kennesaw State University, and a master’s degree in Educational Technology Leadership from Kennesaw State University. I have been working with children for a very long time. I was an assistant for two years at Manning Oaks Elementary. I live in Canton with my husband Zach, our beautiful daughter Anna Wynn, our cats Asher & Moses, and our awesome dog Hank. I enjoy knitting, painting pottery, and spending time with my amazing family and friends. I am very excited to be teaching at Cogburn Woods with its fabulous staff, students, and community.

My name is Rashida Thomas. I am originally from Michigan. I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University and I recently completed my Masers in Educational Leadership from Kennesaw State University. I live in Kennesaw with my husband, Gerald, and three and a half year old daughter, Sydney. I truly enjoy teaching and helping children grow academically and socially. I look forward to being a part of the Cogburn Woods team.



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