McGavock Freshmen
Welcome to McGavock High School’s
Ninth Grade Academy!!!
Welcome to McGavock High School, where the Raiders reign supreme! McGavock High School built in 1971, was the first truly comprehensive high school in the Nashville, Tennessee area. McGavock has a legacy of excellence and currently holds the title of the largest high school in the state of Tennessee. Recently, McGavock has transitioned into the spotlight while premiering small learning communities. Your student will be an active participant in this new venture. As an incoming freshman your student will become a part of our Ninth Grade Academy!!! The Ninth Grade Academy is designed to assist with the middle school to high school transition by presenting a smaller cohesive environment for the students to work within. Each student will be assigned to a Team A, B, C, or D where they will be designated to a principal, counselor, and a fantastic team of teachers. The Ninth Grade Academy is dedicated to the success of your student. We welcome you!
School Supply Checklist
Ø 2”-3” binder (any color)
Ø 5 dividers with pockets
Ø College-ruled notebook paper
Ø Pencils/pens/erasers
Ø 1 pack of colored pencils
Ø Graph Paper
Ø 1 steno notebook
Standard School Attire
Ø Any Color Solid Polo or Collared Shirt. (must not have writing)
Ø Boys: Black, Navy, or Khaki Pants or Shorts.
Ø Girls: Black, Navy, or Khaki pants, skirts, shorts, or Capri's.
Red Team Website- www.Redteam.educatorpages.com
Blue Team Website- www.Blueteam.educatorpages.com
White Team Website- www.Whiteteam.educatorpages.com
Silver Team Website- www.Silverteam.educatorpages.com
Information supplied by: www.mcgavock9.com
Meet the Team
Teams A-Blue & B-Red
Ninth Grade Academy Assistant Principal-Kodi Kimmell
McGavock’s Ninth Grade Academy’s illustrious leader Kodi Kimmell has been in the educational field for 19 years, and a McGavock Raider for 6 years!! Mr. Kimmell received his Masters of Education in Principalship at Tennessee State University; and has fulfilled the role of an Assistant Principal for 2 years. He is committed to ensuring that every student begins their High School educational journey well prepared for not only educational success but lifetime achievement.
Phone: 615-885-8850 ext. 370
Email: Jeffrey.Kimmell@mnps.org
Ninth Grade Academy School Counselor-Tiffany Littlejohn
It will be my absolute pleasure to service your students as their Freshman Academy school counselor this 2009/2010 school year. It is my charge to ensure that students are able to adapt and excel socially, educationally, and emotionally. Assisting me in this endeavor are my educational achievements including a Masters of Science degree in School Counseling; as well as an Education Specialist degree in Instructional Leadership. I am committed to going above and beyond while realizing the extreme potential of every student. I look forward to working toward the pursuit of excellence this school year!
Ask4Guidance: We're Here to Help Students P.A.S.S.!"
Prepare to Acquire the Skills for Success
Phone: 615-885-8850 ext. 316
Email: Tiffany.Littlejohn@mnps.org
Ninth Grade Secretary-Eula Thomas
Phone: 615-885-8850 ext 371
Email: Eula.Thomas@mnps.org
Team A Teachers- Blue Team
Jia Barr (English) - Ext. 253
Amanda Jernigan (Mathematics) - Ext. 254
Reva Cowan (Science) - Ext. 255
Wynn Hodge (Social Studies) - Ext. 252
Frances Mallard (Freshman Seminar) - Ext. 256
David Alouch (Special Education Inclusion Teacher)
Team B Teachers-Red Team
Sara Spanos (English) - Ext. 248
Jon Nelson (Mathematics) - Ext. 251
Shunna McBroom (Science) - Ext. 247
Charles Bahan (Social Studies) - Ext. 245
Lauren Roberson (Freshman Seminar) - Ext. 285
Kenneth Martin (Special Education Inclusion Teacher)
Teams C-White & D-Silver
Ninth Grade Academy Assistant Principal-Bruce Jackson
Mr. Bruce Jackson has been an educator with Metro Nashville Public Schools for nine years. He has a Bachelors of Science in Political Science with a concentration in Secondary Education, from Tennessee State University and a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from Trevecca Nazarene University. Mr. Jackson is married and has two beautiful daughters.
Mr. Jackson believes that all children can learn. His motto for the 2009-2010 Academic Year is “Your Choices Impact Your Destiny, Your Destiny is in your hands.”
Phone: 615-885-8850 ext. 373
Email: Bruce.Jackson@mnps.org
Ninth Grade Academy School Counselor-Shemeka Rush
Mrs. Rush has been a School Counselor in Metro Nashville Public Schools for 13 years. She has a Bachelors of Science in Social Work. Masters in School Counseling Pre-K-12, Ed.S in Educational Administration and Supervision K-12, and currently pursuing a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. Mrs. Rush is married with two wonderful children.
Mrs. Rush would like you to:
Ask4Guidance: We're Here to Help Students P.A.S.S.!"
Prepare to Acquire the Skills for Success
Phone: 615-885-8850 ext. 361
Email: Shemeka.Beadle@mnps.org
Ninth Grade Secretary-Kim Fields
Phone: 615-885-8850 ext 374
Email: Kimberly.j.fields@mnps.org
Team C Teachers- White Team
Allie Anderson-English – ext. 244
Velvet Ezell- Algebra- ext. 232
Layla Fox- World Geography- ext. 241
Tiffany Payne- Physical Science-ext .249
Lamarius Merriweather- Freshmen Seminar- ext.240
Team D Teachers-Silver Team
Amy Skinner— English ext. 239
Michelle Taylor—Algebra ext. 236
Robert Gecewich- World Geography ext. 237
Stephen Berry —Physical Science ext. 243
Paul Childress—Freshmen Seminar ext. 235
Collaborative Teachers
Nae’Shara Neal (Advanced Science) - Ext. 246
Nicholas Caminiti (Advanced Mathematics) - Ext. 257
Lindsay Miller (Spanish) - Ext. 262
Dorlisa Dismuke (Advanced Mathematics) - Ext. 259