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SPECIAL AREA STAFF
Jody Brooks - Media Specialist - BrooksJ1@fulton.k12.ga.usI was born in Richmond, Virginia, and attended the University of Richmond, graduating in 1976 with a B.A. in Elementary Education and Early Childhood. I taught fifth grade for three years and first grade for one year in Chesterfield County, Virginia. In 1980, my husband Dave and I moved to his hometown of Philadelphia, PA. We have two children, Jason and Elizabeth. I continued teaching in Pennsylvania, and we moved to Roswell, Georgia in 1997. Our children graduated from Roswell High School. We all became big Bulldog fans, as they attended and graduated from the University of Georgia! Go Dawgs! When we moved to Roswell, I taught at Mountain Park Elementary for one year in kindergarten and five years in third grade. I received my Master’s Degree in Library Science at Georgia State University in 2003. My husband and I moved to Bethany Beach, Delaware in 2003, and I taught fifth grade for one year in Laurel Delaware, a lovely farming community. But, “Georgia Was Still On My Mind,” so we moved back to Cumming, GA in 2004. I became the Media Specialist at the best school in Fulton County… Cogburn Woods Elementary.
Matt Brown - PE Teacher- brownc1@fultonschools.org
I grew up right here in Alpharetta. I went to Alpharetta Elementary, Haynes Bridge, and Milton High School. I graduated from Georgia Southern in May of 2005 with a degree in Health and Physical Education. I got my coaching certification while I was at school, and I coach baseball at Milton High School. I enjoy hunting, fishing, baseball, NASCAR, and cooking out for UGA football games. I have a twin brother and two older sisters. My dad works for the Maintenance department and my mom used to work at Alpharetta Elementary School. I enjoy spending time with my better half, Tera, and our two children, Blake and Brooke. I am also a dog lover. We have two Bloodhounds named Trigger and Anna Belle.
Chris Chang -Band Director - Chang@fulton.k12.ga.us
Dan Clemenz - Music - Clemenz@fulton.k12.ga.us
I hold a Bachelor's of Music degree from Ohio University and an MME degree from Florida State University. My hometown is Centerville (Dayton), Ohio. I have taught grades K-12 and have taught Choral and General Music, English and Social Studies. I was director of Choral Music and Drama at Riverwood H.S. for ten years. Most recently, I have worked at Summit Hill, Hembree Springs and Hapeville Elementary Schools. My wife, Phylis, and I have three sons, ages twenty-four, twenty-one and twenty-one.
Herb Cox - Band Director - Cox@fulton.k12.ga.us
Allison Elder - Art Teacher - eldera1@fulton.k12.ga.us
Hi! My name is Allison Elder and I’m so excited to be teaching art here at Cogburn Woods. I recently graduated with a BFA in Art Education and can’t wait to implement my new teaching practices and ideas. I went to high school at Centennial, although my parents have since moved to be on a lake in Alabama. I’ve had a big summer because I also recently married a smart and funny man, Dave. Away from school, I love to read, hike, paint, and play at the lake.
Jan House - TAG teacher - house@fulton.k12.ga.us
My name is Jan House and I have worked for Fulton County School System since 1987. I received my BS degree in Early Childhood Development and my Masters Degree in Reading and Literacy. I completed the National Board Certification in 2002. I live in Alpharetta with my husband Lee and we have three grown children and are expecting our first grandchild in 2008! I look forward to working with your children this year in TAG. My mission is to encourage growth and life long learning in my students as I focus to build a community of learners, recognizing each student for his or her unique needs and abilities.
Kenneth McGee - School Social Worker - mcgee@fulton.k12.ga.us
I, Kenneth Wayne McGee bring you greetings from the Fulton County School Social Workers. I am a transplant from Indianapolis, Indiana. I attended the public schools of Indianapolis and received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology, in 1987. Having been a survivor of a foster home transience and other family dysfunctions, I acquired an insatiable desire to enter the Social Work profession so that I can make a difference in the lives of ALL people. Having walked in their moccasins, who else would be to able to empathize and strategize to face today’s family challenges. I completed my master’s in School Social Work from Indiana University in 1993. The baton was handed to me, and I was off: on my quest to make a difference, to impact lives, to proactively circumvent possible disaster and tragedy. After a career in Washington Townships, within Indiana, I was led to relocate to Atlanta, Georgia. From Group Home Supervisor, Installer with Lucent Technologies and Social Service Provider with the Juvenile System, I found my new home within Fulton County Schools. On a personal note, I am an avid Batman fan and enjoy working in my yard.
Within this profession, there are so many lives you touch, emotions you feel, bridges you cross, seas you swim over and I am fortunate to have experienced first hand all of the above, thus equipping to better serve our children.
Leslie Morris - School Technology Specialist - MorrisL1@fulton.k12.ga.us
I was born and raised in Miami, Florida. I graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Special Education, and earned my Masters in Education degree from Lesley University. I taught students with Learning Disabilities for nine years in Florida, and was selected "Teacher of the Year". My fascination with technology led me to become a School Technology Specialist, which I have been for the past fifteen years. I moved to Georgia eight years ago to fulfill a lifelong dream to live close to the mountains. I am very honored to have been selected Cogburn Woods' "Professional Employee of the Year." I am married to a wonderful man, Bill. I have two beautiful daughters, Brandi and Sarah, and a granddaughter, Bree Leslie, who is truly the light of my life! I am also very proud and grateful to be a seventeen year cancer survivor!
Pam Mynatt - EIP teacher - MynattP@fulton.k12.ga.us
My name is Pam Mynatt, and I am originally from Knoxville, Tennessee. It is a pleasure to teach such bright and curious children at Cogburn Woods Elementary School each day. I have taught many years having received a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood from the University of Tennessee and a Master’s degree in Health Sciences from the University of Alabama. Before moving to Alpharetta in 1996, I taught sixteen years in Knoxville, Tennessee, and lived two years in Dayton, Ohio. Prior to teaching at Cogburn Woods Elementary, I taught at Mountain Park Elementary and Crabapple Crossing Elementary. My experience teaching in grades one through five has proved invaluable over the years. My wonderful husband, Dwight, and I are raising two fantastic children, Laura and Grant. We have an adorable dachshund named Boomer who comes to school to visit me each year on my birthday. Outside of school, I absolutely love college football, playing tennis, jogging, walking, and going to the beach.
Jill Selzer - PE Teacher - SelzerJ@fulton.k12.ga.us .
I am originally from the "cold" state of Michigan. In December 2000, I graduated from Western Michigan University with a B.S. in Physical Education. My husband, Scott, and I moved to Georgia during the summer of 2001. We both have been teaching in Fulton County for three years. During my three years, I have been teaching at Northwestern Middle School. In addition to teaching physical education and health, I coached a variety of team sports through NMS's intramural program. On April 11, 2003, Scott and I became the proud parents of our daughter, Haylie. My hobbies are fitness and sports related. Running, swimming, and weight training are my favorite ways to exercise. Volleyball is the sport that I enjoy the most. Also, I am a huge college football fan... Go Wolverines! I am, however, becoming a Bulldog fan too.