Ms. Scott is currently an 8th-grade Social Studies teacher at OHMS. She has over 15 years of experience working with children and has been involved with the YES program for more than five years. she believes that effective teaching begins with bringing a positive attitude, an open mind, and high expectations into the classroom each day, fostering an environment where students can thrive and succeed."  In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Mrs. Brantley has been employed with the Baldwin County school system for 26 years. She has worked with many students from grades 3rd-8th. She has worked as a Media Clerk for 14 plus years. She has worked with the YES Program for 14 years. She enjoys working with the brilliant minds and personalities of each and every child she endures every day. Which is why she Loves what she does.

Ms. Byrd is an educator dedicated to continuous learning, with a decade of experience collaborating with children. She possess three certifications recognized in the state of Georgia: a certification in Orton-Gillingham, a literacy endorsement, and a certification in the Sonday system, which also focuses on literacy development. Additionally, she has received training in the UFLI literacy program. In her educational approach, she places a strong emphasis on the unique needs and preferences of each student. By creating a supportive and adaptive learning environment, she encourages students to actively engage in and take ownership of their own learning journey. This method not only empowers them to explore their interests but also fosters a sense of accountability and independence in their educational pursuits.

Ms. Jenkins graduated from Young Harris College in 2013 with my Bachelors Degree in Music Education. She has been teaching 12 years with the last 8 years at Oak Hill Middle School. She currently teachers 6th grade science. She believes all students are able to learn and I look forward to seeing them be successful! 

My name is Ian B. LeFranc M.Ed.,M.Engr.  and I’m a graduate of Northeastern University, Georgia College and State University, and Georgia Tech. As a teacher of mathematics, my teaching philosophy is based upon quantitative methods tempered by a qualitative approach in math where students are encouraged to master proper syntax with strong numeracy as a foundational base.

Mrs. Liggins proudly serve as an educator in the Y.E.S. program and teaches English Language Arts (ELA) and Social Studies at Oak Hill Middle School. Her educational journey began in the Baldwin County School District, where she completed her studies and graduated from Baldwin High School. As she entered her 18th year of teaching in this district, she reflects on the growth and experiences that have shaped her career.

Her primary objective as an educator is to empower students to learn, develop, and achieve success, equipping them for a bright future. She is passionate about creating an environment that nurtures a love for learning, encouraging curiosity and engagement in every student. Through her teaching, she aims to inspire students to reach their full potential and prepare them for the challenges ahead.

Credentials: Bachelor of Science in Psychology (B.S.); Master of Public Administration (MPA)

Mrs. Grable has been an educator for six years, all within the Baldwin County School District. She has also spent three years as an assistant basketball coach for both girls and boys. In her free time, she enjoys family time, traveling, and exploring new experiences. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes building personal connections with students to create a positive and safe learning environment, ensuring she is remembered as a trusted and supportive role model.

Ms.Negandhi has been teaching Language Arts/English at Oak Hill Middle School for over twenty years. She loves to travel. She spends much of my summers and vacations traveling to different countries. She has had the privilege of traveling to eight different countries!

Besides traveling, she enjoys spending time outdoors, reading, and shopping.

Mr. Nelson is a certified high school math teacher with a Specialist in Secondary Ed. Mathematics. This is his 14th year in education and second as a math and science instructional coach at BHS. His philosophy is that students can be successful if they have the right teachers to provide them with a solid foundation.

Ms. Randall has been an educator for 20 years, and she has been a Baldwin Brave for the last 5. She is certified in both Art and ELA and enjoys teaching both. She enjoys working on art projects with the YES students and she can’t wait to see what we create in the future. 

This is Mrs. Rucker's fourth year teaching at Oak Hill; with this being her first year teaching 6th grade Social Studies. I love watching when a student finally connects the dots and realizes for themselves that they can do it. I hope to continue to creating lightbulb moments this year. Let's go Braves. 

Graduate of Hancock Central High School, Class of 2015.

Fort Valley State University, Bachelor's Degree, Fall 2018.

University of Georgia, Master's Degree, 2021.

Augusta University, Specialist Degree, 2023.

Works at GCEC 7th grade ELA and Social Studies. 

Four years of teaching experience with six years of working with adolescents.

Mrs. Barksdale has been teaching at OHMS for the past 5th years teaching 6th and 7th grade Social Studies. She is also the head girls basketball coach and head girls cross country coach at OHMS. She is excited to be a part of the YES Program where she is able to help students outside of the regular school day.

Mrs. Poole has a Bachelor’s of Science In Criminal Justice, Master’s in Education in Curriculum and Instruction, and an Education Specialist  in Teacher Leadership with 19 years of teaching experience. Favorite sports team are: Georgia teams and Pittsburgh Steelers 

Hobbies:  Spending time with family and watching crime television shows

Favorite subject to teach: Physical Science and Forensic Science