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Welcome to College Park Middle School! Mr. Brown, Principal
Welcome to College Park
Middle School!Mr. Brown, Principal
My Name is Ms.Whitman! I am the 6th Grade School Counselor here at CPMS!
I’ll be taking you on a virtual tour of College Park Middle School!
Throughout this tour, you will “meet” your teachers, get familiar with some of the faces of people around campus, and get some important information about 6th
grade on our campus!
Mrs. Pearce, Assistant Principal
Dr. Nelson, Assistant Principal
Front Office Staff
Mr. Hill,Safe
Coordinator
Mrs. Slattery,Academic Coach
Ms. Morris,Math Coach
Mrs. Covington,
Parent Liaison
Mr. Bris, Onsite Security
Ms. Barringer,
Media Specialist
Dean Reid,Pass
Dean Williams,8th Grade
Dean
Ms. Alvarado,IB Coordinator
Ms. McEwen, 7th Grade School Counselor
Dean Kilpatrick,7th Grade
Dean
Ms. Jay, 8th Grade School Counselor
Ms. Rehm,Social Worker
Ms. Smith,Staffing
Specialist
Mr. Pryor,Support Facilitation
Mrs. Hurst,Testing Coordinator & MTSS Coordinator
Ms. Dunlap,Support
Facilitation
Ms. Roach,Behavioral Specialist & MTSS Coordinator
Here is each teacher of the 6th
Grade Team!
This will be Ms. Lewis’ 7th year as a dean and she will be returning to
CPMS as 6th Grade Dean. Ms. Lewis obtained her second Masters in
Educational Leadership from UCF in 2019 and she hopes to have a future in Educational Administration. She will support students at CPMS by
implementing a positive and proactive approach to discipline and by facilitating Restorative Practices
on campus.
6th Grade Dean 6th Grade School Counselor
Hi! I’m Ms. Whitman! This is my second year at CPMS as the 6th
Grade School Counselor! Throughout the year, you may see
my hair color change a couple times, some strange outfits, hear
some music coming from my office, join me in meditations, and maybe see me running with Coach Creel after school! Mostly, you will see how much I love and care for you all! I love to help my students
grow, learn, and become better people!
The Arts
Ms. Robinson: ArtMr. Hafner: Band Mrs. Simmons: ChorusMs. Todman: Dance
Spanish
Senora CarrasquilloSenora Flores
P.E.
Coach WareCoach CreelCoach LundyCoach Marlo
Computer & STEM
Ms. Utke: ICTMs. Schnettler: STEM
When the bell rings:● Phones are off and away for the rest
of the school day. They will be taken the 1st time they are seen out and a parent/guardian will have to pick it up in the front office.
● You should be inside your classroom. Not walking in, inside your classroom.
● 10/10 rule. Students do not leave the classroom during the first 10 minutes of class or the last 10 minutes of class unless there is a dire emergency.
When you arrive on campus:● MASKS ON● Hoods and hats should be off● Hoodies will be taken the 1st
time they are seen on and a parent/guardian will have to pick it up from the front office.
DON’T Get caught up in that lonely feelingI know it is difficult right now to stay in-touch with friends and make new ones. You’re not alone.
Stress over grades too muchGrades are important, but not the end of the world.
Lose who you are to try to fit inDon’t be a bystander! If you see something, say something.!
DO Reach out to others for help and friends that make you happy.Be brave! It’s hard to be open and tell someone how you feel. You may be surprised others may feel the same. You’re not alone!
Your best in your classes and stay organized.Staying on-top of your work and asking questions are keys to success!
Take care of yourselfSelf-care is incredibly important. When you feel yourself getting overwhelmed and stress, take a break.
“The advice l would give you is to just
stay yourself, like you were last year or
make the best of it, better than last year.
Because you did just fine last year. l feel
like you really shouldn't need another
way to act or anything even if it feels
like it!!”
“1. Try not to procrastinate and work at your
own pace with work.
2. Communicate with your teachers online if
you have any questions for assistance.
3. Don't be afraid to ask questions!
4. And don't beat yourself up on your first
day. A little practice will help”
Mr. Dennis Ms. Sartori
“I teach Science”
My name is Sienna Sartori and I teach science here at College Park Middle School. This is my 4th year
teaching here and I am so excited to spend the school year with you! I am married to my best friend, Cameron, and we have 2 sons,
Caden and Nico.I enjoy cooking and baking, going to Disney, and reading. I went to UCF for my undergraduate and UF for my masters, Go Gators and Knights! I love all things science and can’t wait
to start the year with you!
Ms. Giannone
Hello! My name is Ms. Giannone and I teach 6th grade Science at College Park Middle School. This will be my 4th year teaching at CPMS and I am so excited
for this upcoming school year. It will definitely be different, but there is nothing we can’t accomplish together! Before I became a teacher, I was a veterinary technician and the managing director of a large animal shelter; so I LOVE
animals! I currently have 4 animal members of my family: my dog Elvis, my cat Parker (named after CPMS) where she was found as a tiny kitten), my turtle
PopTart, and my snake Jagger. PopTart and Jagger actually live in my classroom during the school year as class pets. I graduated from Wheaton College in MA with a degree in Biology and teaching science is my passion. I especially love teaching middle school, it is such an integral time for growth and learning in
everyone’s life!
Mrs. Dietz
Hi...it's Mrs. Dietz here (rhymes with "beets"....beets...Dietz).
You are starting middle school and 6th grade! You have already gone to school 1,080 days! You are only 4 years
from driving a car! You have 72 hours left in your summer! Can you tell I like numbers? That is because I am your new numbers, aka Math, teacher. I can't wait to meet you online or in person. Here is a math riddle: A rooster laid 11 eggs. The farmer came by and took 7 eggs. Then the rooster laid 9 eggs, but 5 of them were rotten. How many good eggs are left? (Be ready with
your answer on Monday! Enjoy your last days of freedom/summer!)
Mrs. Seaver Ms. Chavez
Welcome to 6th grade!! I am so excited to meet all of you and get
this year started.
I have been teaching at College Park for the last 4 years. I
absolutely love it.I teach the best subject in the world…….MATH. Duh!!!
I have two boys, one is in high school and the other is in
elementary.
On my free time, I love to bake, I love to travel, and I love spending
time with my family.
I’m Ms. Chavez. I was born and raised in Orlando Florida. I graduated
from Bishop Moore Catholic High School (right down the street). I graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's
Degree in Interpersonal/ Organizational Communications. This
is my 8th year teaching . This is my 2nd year teaching Math at College
Park Middle School
I completed my first Marathon in January of 2019, and I love going to
Disney!
Ms. Green
I’m Ms. Green, and I teach Language Arts at
CPMS!
Greetings CPMS 6th graders! My name is Kristi Roy and I teach
Language Arts. This is my 10th year as a middle school teacher. I am so excited to welcome you to CPMS. It’s going to be a
great year!
A little about me….I am married to Derek and we have 2 boys, Lucas(4th grade) and Thomas(1st grade). I enjoy traveling, reading, exercising and
outdoor activities with my family. I attended FSU and am a BIG Seminoles fan!
I look forward to meeting all of you virtually and in person.
Mrs. Roy
Ms. Pearson
I am Takoa Pearson, the current 6th grade Intensive Reading teacher. I have been
teaching at CPMS for 6 years and teaching in OCPS for 16 years. I am a proud graduate of Bethune Cookman University (Go Wildcats!) My objective from year-to-year is to enhance
my student’s love and appreciation for reading and literature. Building and
maintaining relationships with my students is always my goal. Outside of CPMS, my
favorite thing to do is travel. I am looking forward to the 20-21 school year and
meeting my new students!
Mrs. Hodgman
My name is Diane Hodgman and I will be your teacher this year, both virtually and in-person when that day comes. A little about myself.
I have been teaching for over 26 years. The first four were elementary school 4/5th grades at Ventura and Rock Springs elementary. This will be my 19th year teaching at CPMS (formerly
Lee). I have taught World History, Language Arts 6th and 8th grades and ESOL. I graduated from the University of FL with my bachelor’s degree and from the University of
Central Florida with my Master’s in Education. I am married and my husband works in retail. I have five children, one son and four daughters
as well as a step daughter. We are a blended family.My youngest is a 3rd grader at Lake Silver and my four older four children all attended College Park schools and were here when I taught. They all graduated from Edgewater High School.
Go Eagles! They range in ages from 19-27.
My family is Cuban but I was born and raised in Florida and am bilingual. I have a twin sister and two other siblings who live out of state. Our immediate family including nieces and
nephews is over 30!I am very family oriented person.
In my spare time I enjoy walking ( which I do daily), going to the beach, movies, reading the newspaper every day, house projects and spending time with my little girl.
Mrs.Gonzalez
Hello 6th Grade Bulldogs! Welcome to 6th Grade and to College Park Middle School! My name is Virginia Gonzalez and I will be teaching World History here at College Park Middle School. I know this year will be a
little strange but I am so excited to get to know you as we embark on this journey. A little bit about myself; I moved to
the US from the Dominican Republic during my 20’s and became a proud citizen of the USA after that. I am a proud mother of 4 kids altogether , two of them currently attend
WPHS. I love animals and I have two dogs (dachshunds) and a little rescue cat. I love going to the beach and the springs when I can, reading and hanging out with my family. I am excited to
get to know all of you! Go Bulldogs!
