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Teacher Appreciation Week #Thank a Teacher, with a photo of Kaitlyn Wright and her class

Kent County Public Schools is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week, recognizing the important role our educators play in children's lives. Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10, with Tuesday, May 7 being recognized as National Teacher Day.

"During Teacher Appreciation Week, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the teachers who dedicate themselves to shaping minds and nurturing spirits," said Dr. Karen Couch, superintendent of Kent County Public Schools. "Your unwavering commitment, passion and creativity empower students to reach their full potential and inspire a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and we are deeply thankful for the impact you make every day. Thank you for being champions of education and for shaping the future with your wisdom and guidance."
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Kent County Public Schools ensures that our students come first. We are committed to providing academic excellence in a strong vibrant learning community facilitated through collaboration and built on trust. When you have a question or concern, please follow this chart to ensure you are bringing it to the correct member of the KCPS team. Please allow 24 to 48 hours for a response. If you sent a message over a weekend or holiday, please allow 24 to 48 hours upon students' return to school for a response. Click here or on the chart to download a copy.

Parent Communication flow chart: If related to instruction and learning, first contact the teacher. If not resolved, then contact the teacher specialist or assistant principal followed by the principal. Lastly, if still not resolved, contact the director of teaching and learning. If related to social-emotional and well-being, contact the teacher. If not resolved, contact the counselor or social worker, then the principal. Lastly, if still not resolved, contact the supervisor of student services.

Rock Hall Elementary School Administration

Gillian Spero
Principal
Office: 410-778-6902
Jennifer Atkinson
Secretary
Office: 410-810-2622
William Receski
Teacher Specialist
Jory Mitzel
Community Schools Specialist
Wendy Zottarelli
School Counselor
Office: 410-810-2625
Tobi Bradshaw
School Psychologist
Kaitlin Falls
Social Worker

Staff

Jennifer Atkinson
Secretary
Melissa Bigelow
Instructional Assistant
Rebecca Bigelow
Teacher – 4th Grade
Katelyn Boardman
Teacher – Special Education
Tobi Bradshaw
School Psychologist
Julianne Cale
Nurse
Tyra Christy
Instructional Assistant
Esther Clayton
Instructional Assistant – Prekindergarten
Jamie Cornelius
Lead Custodian
Juanita Demby
Inclusion Assistant
Brittani Fahrman
Judy Center Coordinator
Kaitlin Falls
Social Worker
April Gagalski
Teacher – Prekindergarten
Maria Gordillo-Terreros
Instructional Assistant – 3-year-old Program
Donna Heinz
Custodian
Margaret Hitzges
Occupational Therapist
Kimberly Isaacson
Instructional Coach
David Jachimowicz
Teacher – 4th Grade
Jessica Jacobs
Instructional Assistant
Teresa Jetton
Teacher – Art
Cheryl Keen
Cafeteria
Elizabeth Lloyd
Teacher – Kindergarten
Carole Manley
Teacher – Prekindergarten
Jory Mitzel
Community Schools Specialist
Ashley Morris
Teacher – Special Education
Terry Nelson
Cafeteria
Mary Elizabeth Nickerson
Teacher – 2nd Grade
Samuel Peregoy
Instructional Assistant – Technology
Tracy Piasecki
Instructional Assistant – Special Education
Abigail Porcher
Teacher – 3-year-old Program
Breanna Reardon
Teacher – 3rd Grade
Lori Receski
Teacher – Special Education
William Receski
Teacher Specialist
Joan Rybas
Judy Center Family Service Coordinator
Kathy Smith
Cafeteria Manager
Ashley Spencer
Teacher – 5th Grade
Gillian Spero
Principal
Edward Taylor
Teacher – Music
Coleen Trainor
Instructional Assistant – Media
Marlene Vosburg
Title 1 Interventionist
Drew Walters
Teacher – Physical Education
Jacquelyn Walters
Teacher – 1st Grade
Lydia Watts
Instructional Assistant
Stefanie Zottarelli
Teacher – 1st Grade
Wendy Zottarelli
School Counselor
Jennifer Zsebedics
Teacher – Kindergarten