2021/2022 Volunteers of the Year

2021/2022 Volunteers of the Year

Each year community and parent volunteers are critical to the success of our schools. We simply could not support all of the needs that are identified at every school without the support of our community. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, in-school volunteerism was very limited and we could not celebrate in ways we enjoyed in previous years. Please see our volunteers listed by school, who each helped continue supporting student success despite the numerous challenges brought on by all the necessary changes caused by the pandemic.

Elementary School Volunteers

Argyle Elementary School

Mark Walter


"Mark Walker has been working with Argyle students for several years. He spends many hours planning & facilitating engaging experiences for students. His passion & love for children, learning, & community service are evident! We are grateful for him!" Principal Georgette Clinton

Birney Elementary School

Bethany United Methodist Church

Cumberland Community Church

Carl Francois

Michelle Hipp

                                                    Latoya Manners-Duncan

                                                    Beylin Mejia

                                                    Jennifer Prinzivalli

                                                    David Toback

                                                Principal Georgette Clinton

Blackwell Elementary School

Lynda Truong


"Ms. Truong is an amazing volunteer.  She works behind the scenes on prep and projects to support all students.  She even takes work home to make sure they are finished and perfected.  We are so happy to have her with us." Principal Melissa Shackelford

Bryant Elementary School

Abby Holland


"Ms. Holland is our PTA President. She is constantly looking for ways to enhance the school experience, take things off the teachers' plates, provide resources to help families in need, create family events and just started a gardening club. " Principal Timeka Cline

Bullard Elementary School

Julie Crossley


"Mrs. Crossley is the PTSA Watch DOGS committee chair.  She has worked hard to ensure that the Bullard Watch DOGS program is top notch.  She often works the morning carline, greets dads and ensures that schedules run effectively." Principal Patrice Moore

Cheatham Hill Elementary School

Heidi Hager


"Heidi Hager co-chairs Member Events at Cheatham Hill, and she is a Room Parent for all 3 of her children’s classes. She’s the first one to offer to help anyone that needs it. No task is too big or too small, and she does it with a graceful heart." Principal Kevin Carpenter

Clay Harmony Leland Elementary School

Lupe Berretta

Benjamin Bryant

Vera Causey

Felicia Crane

Joshua Crawford

Melody Cruell

Heather Z. DeLorenzo

K'Hari Hare

K'imani Hare

Tyreija Harris

Jayda Johnson

Erik Kirk

Harry Lightfoot

Lewis McCay

Erik McNeal

Keisha Milton

Brook Novthington

Phil Okwo

Isaiah Rolle

Gregory Thomas

Christina Weatherby

LaMar Young


Principal Angela Manning

Due West Elementary School

Henry Brooks


"Mr. Brooks has dedicated countless hours to our school garden and grounds.  He works diligently to help our STEM lab teacher create a space for learning outdoors.  We are so honored to have his service benefit our students." Principal Mary Kale

East Side Elementary School

Amanda Gold


"East Side typically has two PTA presidents each year, however this year we only had one person fill this role. Amanda Gold has served as our sole PTA president and has done a phenomenal job volunteering many hours to our school!" Principal Maria Clark

Ford Elementary School

Becky White

Samantha Davidson


 Principal Debbie Broadnax

Frey Elementary School

Angie Bond


"Mrs. Bond's commitment to her boys' education and the Frey community has been exemplary. Her dedication to the Frey Foundation as President and Treasurer has helped us raise over $200,000 in technology related resources during the past 3 years!!!" Principal William Dryden

Garrison Mill Elementary School

Amy Whitlock


"Amy volunteers a tremendous amount of time and energy to serve the students and staff of Garrison Mill! Serving as PTA president this year. She spends countless unseen hours preparing activities for students and staff to make our school fantastic!" Principal Kyle Giesler

Hayes Elementary School

Nathan Woodward


"Nathan, a previous teacher himself, has a passion for helping students be successful! North Metro has been partnering with Hayes for the past couple of years and we do not know where we would be without Nathan and North Metro!" Principal Teressa Watson

Keheley Elementary School

Rhonda Bentley


"Ms. Bentley spends countless hours supporting our students, staff, and community. She is always the smiling face we can count on! Thank you, Ms. Bentley for your outstanding service and commitment to Team Keheley!   " Principal Felicia Angelle

Kincaid Elementary School

Kimberley Broomfield-Massey


"Kimberley Broomfield-Massey is an angel!  She has been a huge part of our school community for the past 5 years.  Dr. Massey has served on the PTA, the Kincaid Foundation Board, and as a relentless fundraiser for Kincaid.  We will miss her next year!" Principal Deborah Tennyson

Milford Elementary School

Nichelle Walker


"Ms. Walker is the Local Missions Director for Cumberland Community Church. Ms. Walker coordinated Faith in Action Day at Milford where the congregation descended upon Milford and conducted a major makeover throughout the building!"  Principal Hermia Simmons-Devaux

Mountain View Elementary School

Sara Wright


"Sarah works tirelessly to provide STEM resources for all of the students and staff to benefit from at our school.  She is the co-President of the MVES Foundation.  This year alone, our FunRun netted the school over $75,000 thanks to Sara!" Principal Renee Garriss

Mount Bethel Elementary School

Katie Johnson


"Katie has served as PTA Co-President for the past two years. She goes above and beyond to ensure the staff is supported and that the school is taken care of. She has led her team through unprecedented times keeping a focus on the community and school" Principal Tucker Smith

Nicholson Elementary School

Brittney Anderson


"Brittney is the first to jump in to support our staff and students and make memorable events for our school and community. She is an integral part of our PTA, serving as vice president for two terms and she works tirelessly both at school and home! " Principal Faith Harmeyer

Norton Park Elementary School

Rhonda Robinson


"The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. has  donated gift cards to our school during this past holiday season.  They have  been instrumental in collecting non-perishable items and donating "Weekend Meals Bags" for our families to eat on the weekend." Principal Michelle Curry

Pickett's Mill Elementary School

Casey Bowers


"Casey does an excellent job of coordinating our PMES Foundation.  She is always willing to take on challenges that support our Pirates here at the Mill." Principal Dr. Benji Morrell


Russell Elementary School

Lindsay Stephens


"Lindsay Stephens is Russell's PTA President. She is actively involved in all events at Russell.  PTA provides funds for our Specialist teachers, the clinic, Field Day, Parent Resource, Student Activities, Volunteer/Teacher of the Year, and pantry." Principal Tammy Watson


Sanders Elementary School

Frances Jarrett


"Mr. Jarrett is an AMAZING volunteer at Sanders! He is at our car line every single morning at 7:00 AM SHARP to help us greet our students and families. Mr. Jarrett makes sure that all of our students are safe and he shows up daily with a smile!" Principal Laura Fiedler


Sedalia Park Elementary School

Linda Leland


"Linda is a retired Sedalia Park teacher who returns every year to coach our Science Olympiad Team.  She works each week to plan activities for various events, to best prepare students for competition." Principal Tiffany Jackson

Shallowford Falls Elementary School

Fredrica Martin


"Fredrica is our Foundation President. She helps support not only SFE Foundation but also other areas of need in the school. She is someone you can always count on to help when there is a need.  She does all of this with a smile and giving heart. " Principal Donna Long

Smyrna Elementary School

Jenn Simms


"Jenn Simms is always ready to step in and help in any capacity. She spear headed the fundraising for The Reading Trees in the Smyrna Elementary library. Jenn is a true example of an amazing volunteer." Principal Sharon Arduino

Sope Creek Elementary School

Lauren Barden


"Mrs. Barden is amazing and completely invested on our community and school!  That is surely the reason why she is on our PTA Executive Board and our Foundation, and subbing for us!  Lauren makes our school feel like a home for our community!" Principal Doug Daugherty

Still Elementary School

Kathy Campfield


"Mrs. Campfield is our PTA president. She truly is here daily supporting in any area necessary whether it is PTA activities, our amazing Book Fair, and the special 5th grade field trip to Tennessee that she coordinated. Truly a light!!" Principal Monica Howard

Tritt Elementary School

Sarah Chaloupek


"As the President of our Tritt Tiger Foundation, Sarah Chaloupek is a constant source of support for our learning community.  Not only does she organize a large group of volunteers, but she does it with joy and a constant smile. " Principal Karen Carstens

Vaughan Elementary School

Daniel Douglas


"Dan is one of our Garden Parents and is the Chicken Dad! He has spent countless hours working hard in the heat to cut back trees, trim down poison ivy, complete all maintenance needs on the coop, supply equipment to help our students!" Principal Jenny Douglas

Middle Schools Volunteers

Awtrey Middle School

Lange and Steve Duby

Shona and Jon Witschy


"The Dubys and Witschys are Awtrey's PTSA School Store Power Team, celebrating our students' success! Principal Jeff Crawford

Campbell Middle School

Beth Seelinger


"She is the PTSA treasurer and has made sure that our students have whatever they need for various events and school supplies. She has also helped us celebrate our teachers with various goodies and always with an infectious smile and laugh!!" Principal Camille Havis

Dickerson Middle School

Erin Inan

Dara Onori


Principal Adam Hill

Durham Middle School

Ginger Frazier


"Ginger volunteered halfway through the year and hit the ground running with the biggest smile and calm attitude with the many duties that were ahead of her. She made all of our activities a success!" Principal Andy Bristow

East Cobb Middle School

Summer Hathcock


"Summer is a "Giver" - she is always willing to go above and beyond to ensure ECMS Staff and Students are being cared for. Her Leadership on the PTSA has been key to the organization's success, especially during the pandemic." Principal Leetonia Young

Garrett Middle School

Precious Davis-Owens


"Ms. Davis-Owens sponsors the Educator of the Month. She provides a treat bag and a gift card to a deserving staff member. We appreciate her support." Principal Kristie Brown

Hightower Trail Middle School

Lynn Gilbert


"Ms. Gilbert is a treasure! Throughout the pandemic, Lynn worked tirelessly to provide opportunities for our students to have a positive middle school experience. Additionally, her "can do mentality" makes her someone you simply want to be around." Principal Hannah Polk

Lindley Middle School

Stephanie Bourne

Nate Smith


Principal Elayna Wilson
 

Lost Mountain Middle School

Kristin Brennan

Alli Buben

Zeph Davis

Sandi Kerkhove

Aubrey Tubiak


Principal Ansley Daniel

Mabry Middle School

Kathy Tira


"Ms. Tira has been an active volunteer for 3 years, and she works tirelessly to support our school.  As one of the Co Presidents of our PTSA, she gives hours of her time each week to help our school be a success. She is a true asset to Mabry!" Principal Jonathan Tanner

McCleskey Middle School

Elizabeth Green


"She is the aunt of 2 boys at McCleskey.  She has jumped in with both feet to help wherever is needed with Foundation, and Science Olympiad.  She has been a huge asset to us this year!" Principal Andrea Jenkins-Mann

McClure Middle School

Jema Cowan


"Jema coordinates the monthly staff recognition via the PTSA.  When something is hers, she manages it 100% and makes it special for all involved.  She is an asset to our school community." Principal Cory Stanley

Palmer Middle School

Tylene Crouch


"Mrs. Crouch has been a consistent volunteer at Palmer MS these past two years. When volunteers could not enter the building due to the pandemic, she generously donated school supplies to teachers throughout the school year and even now." Principal Lisa Jackson


Pearson Middle School

Diane Vehar


"Ms. Vehar is instrumental is making sure that our community events are not only well decorated, but involve fun for the whole family.  In addition, she has volunteered in the Chorus/Theater classroom to help students with their productions.  " Principal Dean Yoder

Pine Mountain Middle School

Ivy Goolsby


"Mrs. Goolsby has stepped up to serve any way she can. She helps add fun to our learning environment and has been crucial in our efforts to gain more family involvement. " Principal David Nelson

Simpson Middle School

Heather Gorman


"Heather has worn many hats on our PTSA for the past 6 years.  She has volunteered at the front desk, coordinated student and staff activities as well as being a PTSA VP & PTSA Co-President. Her commitment to Simpson promotes school spirit!" Principal LaEla Mitchell

High School Volunteers

Allatoona High School

Margo Estes


"Mrs. Estes has been an outstanding advocate for the students & staff here at Allatoona High School. She has worked diligently with the the PTSA executive board to build an outstanding PTSA team.  She is a HUGE Team player & Leader!! Loved by all!!  " Principal Candace Wilkes

Campbell High School

Kelly Bodner


"Ms. Bodner has served in the football and lacrosse booster clubs for 3 years. She has been pivotal in fundraising, grant writing, organizing parent and community volunteers, organizing and managing banquets, player resource packs, and team meals. " Principal Jeanne Walker

Harrison High School

Heather McBride


"Mrs. McBride has been an amazing asset to Harrison High School. She is our PTSA co-president and a dedicated parent to our band program. She has given countless hours to make our school family a happy place for our students and teachers.  . " Principal Ashlynn Campbell

Kennesaw Mountain High School

Lesley Litt


"Mr. Litt supports KMHS is so many ways, from serving with the PTSA and Band to assisting with school clean-up days. He has also worked with his student and other Boy Scouts to beautify our campus and improve or repair areas that need attention." Principal Nathan Stark

North Cobb High School

Dallas White


"Dallas White joined the football program at North Cobb about ten years ago as chaplain and currently serves as our instructional leader for the character education program that Warrior football players spend each year working through. " Principal Matt Moody

Osborne High School

Patrick Dunn


"Patrick has coordinated a group to serve the football team for the last 3 or 4 years, served all Friday’s pregame meals, constructed path from field house to track, served meal to teachers at teacher appreciation night, and is consistent in his service to our community." Principal Joshua Morreale

Pebblebrook High School

Tim Atchison


"Tim "Big Tim" Atchison, graduated from Pebblebrook in 1988. His kids are also graduates. Tim was at EVERYTHING and always volunteered time selflessly. We lost Tim this week and our community and the Cobb schools where he worked are devestated. " Principal Dana Giles

Pope High School

Karen Anderson

Laura Borel

Angelia Huggins

Principal Tom Flugum

South Cobb High School

Mike Bowers

Lennox Clark

Reggie Ewing

Reggie Fields


Principal T.J. Perry

Sprayberry High School

Patria Brown


"Patria is one of our most dedicated and hardworking volunteers. We would not be able to run our basketball program without her support.  She is always willing to jump in and help in any way that she can, and her passion for Sprayberry is amazing."  Principal Sara Griffith

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