Carrie Bates

Engineering Technology Teacher
Email: BatesC@fultonschools.org
Knight since 2009

Education

BS Education, Indiana University
Technology Endorsement, Indiana University

Classes Taught

Foundations of Engineering and Technology, Engineering Concepts, Engineering Applications, Research and Design

Other Responsibilities

Major League Gaming Club Sponsor, Anime Club Sponsor

Susan Cowart

Business Teacher
Email: Cowart@fultonschools.org
Knight since 1997

Education

BS Business Education, University of West Georgia
MBE Business Education, Georgia State University

Classes Taught

Business Essentials, Entrepreneurship, Business Procedures, CBE Work Program/Internship

Other Responsibilities

Future Business Leaders of America Sponsor

Ria Galanos

Computer Science Teacher
Email: Galanos@fultonschools.org
Knight since 2001

Education

BS Aeronautical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
MEd Secondary Mathematics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
DAST Secondary Mathematics, Emory University

Classes Taught

AP Computer Science, Intermediate Programming

Other Responsibilities

Basketball Cheerleading Head Coach, Senior Class Council Sponsor, Graduation Coordinator, School Webmaster

Lizabeth Grage

Family and Consumer Science Teacher
Email: GrageL@fultonschools.org
Knight since 2006

Education

BS Vocational Home Economics, Texas Christian University

Classes Taught

Contemporary Issues in Education, Examining the Teaching Profession, Early Childhood Education, Human Growth & Development, Foundations in Family and Consumer Science

Becky Phillips

Family and Consumer Science Teacher
Email: PhillipsR@fultonschools.org
Knight since 1997

Education

BS Home Economics, University of Georgia
MS Vocational Home Economics, Auburn University

Classes Taught

Nutrition and Wellness, Nutrition Through the Lifespan, Food Science, Foundations in Family and Consumer Science

Marie Robinson

Computer Science Teacher
Email: RobinsonMM@fultonschools.org
Knight since 1997

Education

BS Business Education, Winston Salem State University
MA Curriculum Technology, University of Phoenix

Classes Taught

Computing in the Modern World, Introduction to Animation and 3D Design

Other Responsibilities

Department Chair, Computer Club Sponsor

Gray Sartin

Support Teacher
Email: SartinG@fultonschools.org
Knight since 2000

Education

BS Special Education, Jacksonville State University
MS Educational Leadership, Georgia State University

Other Responsibilities

National Technical Honor Society Advisor

SGM Philip Schaffer

JROTC Teacher
Email: Schaffer@fultonschools.org
Knight since 2003

Education

AA Supervisory Leadership, Hawaii Pacific College

Classes Taught

JROTC First Year Cadets

Other Responsibilities

Drill Team/Color Guard Coach, Raider Team Coach

Josh Sims

Broadcast Video Production Teacher
Email: SimsJ@fultonschools.org
Knight since 2007

Education

BFA Communications (with an art minor), Reinhardt College

Classes Taught

Broadcast Video Production I, Broadcast Video Production II, Broadcast Video III

Other Responsibilities

Freshmen Baseball Coach, X-treme Sports Club Sponsor

Thomas Washburn

Law and Justice Teacher
Email: WashburnT@fultonschools.org
Teacher of the Year 1998
Knight since 1997

Education

AA Liberal Arts, Young Harris College
BA Political Science, University of Georgia
MEd Interrelated Special Education, North Georgia College
PhD Educational Administration, Capella University

Classes Taught

Introduction to Law & Justice, Introduction to Policing, Constitutional Law, Introduction to Corrections (dual enrollment with Lanier Tech)

Other Responsibilities

Fellowship of Christian Athletes Sponsor, Skills USA Sponsor

Jama Willbanks

Healthcare Science Teacher
Email: WillbanksJ@fultonschools.org
Knight since 1997 (with a break from 2002-06)

Education

BS Intercultural Studies, Simon’s Rock College of Bard
MS Post Secondary Education, Troy University

Classes Taught

Introduction to Healthcare Science Technology, Applications of Therapeutic Services, Healthcare Science Clinicals

Other Responsibilities

Health Occupations Students in America Sponsor, Fencing Club Co-Sponsor

Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Kevin W. Wright

JROTC Teacher
Email: WrightK1@fultonschools.org
Knight since 2009

Education

BS, United States Military Academy at West Point
MA Political Science, University of Louisville

Classes Taught

Junior Officer Training Corps (JROTC): Leadership, Education, and Training

Other Responsibilities

Air Rifle Team Coach

Program Profiles

Broadcast Video Production | Business and Computer Science | Criminal Justice | Family and Consumer Science | Health Science | JROTC

Broadcast Video Production

Broadcast Video Production introduces students to the principles and practices of producing televised programs. Students develop skills and knowledge through a combination of classroom and laboratory experiences. Goals:

1. Gain insight into the electronic video production industry
2. Develop an understanding of the process of video production
3. Learn to use the equipment necessary to develop video programs
4. Develop cooperative skills necessary to work successfully with others to set and achieve goals
5. Develop good work habits that will transfer to the workplace
6. Use learned skills and attitudes in the laboratory setting
7. Identify and explore career opportunities in the electronic media production area

Business and Computer Science

The business management curriculum is a planned, sequenced course of study. Its purpose is to prepare students for:

1. Current and emerging occupations and careers in business and information technology, including self-employment as entrepreneurs,
2. Intelligent participation in a global economy as consumers, producers and citizens, and
3. Advanced education in business and information technology.

Students may choose from programs of study in the business management, marketing and information technology. A program of study consists of the required Computer Applications class and an additional three years in a selected concentration. These programs of study, described below, are designed to provide students with foundation knowledge and skills required for careers in the particular area.

Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice familiarizes students with the American justice system.The introductory class introduces students to all aspects of the system from enforcement to adjudication. Students participate in labs that demonstrate police techniques,training that sharpens that physical and verbal defense skills, exercises that develop leadership abilities, and many other hands-on experiences. The students explore opportunites available in one of the fastest growing career areas.

Family and Consumer Science

Family and Consumer Sciences courses draw upon learning from all curricula and integrate this knowledge into the daily process of living. Students learn a variety of skills in the “Foundations of Family and Consumer Sciences” course in order to help them decide on a program of study. The purposes are to provide experiences in learning the following life skills:

1. Acquiring occupational skills and preparing for a career or post-secondary education
2. Providing for personal, child and family development and relationships
3. Parenting and nurturing children
4. Meeting nutritional needs
5. Selecting and maintaining housing
6. Providing and caring for personal and family clothing
7. Managing financial resources

Health Science

Health Science is a program of study that allows a student to develop skills and knowledge of the health care industry through classroom and clinical study. Goals:

1. Develop an awareness and understanding of the health care system as a professional or a consumer
2. Develop realistic goals for career planning in the health care industry
3. Learn basic health care skills associated with health care fields
4. Learn employability skills necessary to maintain employment
5. Apply basic skills learned in the classroom in clinical situations

JROTC

The Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps is designed to teach high school students the value of citizenship, leadership and service to the community, personal responsibility and a sense of accomplishment, while instilling in them self esteem, teamwork and self-discipline. The curriculum focus is reflected in its mission statement, “To motivate young people to be better citizens.” The Junior ROTC courses serve as elective offerings for college preparatory, career technology or dual track students. Satisfactory completion of the program can lead to advanced placement credit in the Senior ROTC program at an accredited college or university, or advanced rank in the armed forces. Desired learning outcomes:

1. Appreciation of the ethical values and principles that underlie good citizenship.
2. Development of leadership potential with the ability to live and work cooperatively with others.
3. Ability to think logically and to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
4. Appreciation of the importance of physical fitness in maintaining good health.
5. Knowledge of the effects and dangers of drug abuse, ways to resist negative peer pressure and how to support others in drug use avoidance.
6. Development of mental management abilities.
7. Familiarity with American history/military history as they relate to America’s culture and view toward the future; familiarity with the history, purpose and structure of the military services with emphasis on the US Army.
8. Knowledge of educational and vocational opportunities and the development of basic skills necessary to work effectively as a member of a team.