Alexandra Nichols – Third Grade Teacher

Alexandra Nichols – Third Grade Teacher

Alexandra grew up on the southern coast of Massachusetts and received both her B.A. in Psychology and M.A.T degree from a small university just outside of Boston. She loves rock climbing, whitewater kayaking, playing viola & piano, and cuddling with her cats....

Jacqueline Tarver – Fourth Grade Teacher

Ms. Jacqui recently relocated to North Carolina with her daughter, and together, they are joining MDCS for the 2023-2024 School Year. With a Master’s Degree in Secondary Education Curriculum & Instruction, she brings over 17 years of classroom and...
Chloe Plesset – Fifth Grade Teacher

Chloe Plesset – Fifth Grade Teacher

Hi, my name is Chloe Plesset. I was born in LA, California, but was pretty much raised outside of Raleigh, North Carolina. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my 3-legged mutt named Roo. We go on long hikes, take trips to the dog park, and chase sunsets! Dogs...
Matthew Shirey – Middle School Social Studies

Matthew Shirey – Middle School Social Studies

As a kid I spent my time reading books about early American history and Native American culture.  This lifelong interest in culture, history, and society led me to study Anthropology and Sociology in college.  While working on my degree from Clarion University of...
Brook Stillman – Middle School Math and PE

Brook Stillman – Middle School Math and PE

Brook Stillman is a graduate from WCU with a degree in Elementary Education and certification for Middle School math.  She was born and raised in a small town in Upstate NY.  After graduating, she decided to stay in the area and began substituting in Swain county and...
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