Administration

Mrs. Geyer is entering her 20th year in education. During this time, Mrs. Geyer has served as the principal of Staunton River Middle School (2021-present), Staunton River High assistant principal (2022-2023), and Staunton River Middle School assistant principal (2018-2020). She has been a part of the BCPS team since 2015 when she served as a history teacher at Bedford Middle School.

Mrs. Geyer began her teaching career with Hanover County Public Schools in 2002 where she served in various capacities including general education, special education and athletics at Bell Creek Middle School. Mrs. Geyer resides in Bedford with her family. In her free time, she enjoys running, reading, and baking!

Mrs. Geyer earned a Bachelor’s degree (2002) in Early Childhood Development from Lynchburg College, a Master’s degree (2008) in Special Education from Virginia Commonwealth University, and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Lynchburg (2018). Mrs. Geyer is excited to serve Staunton River Middle School as an educator, administrator, and community member.

Mrs. Kathy Brisentine has been an educator for 15 years. She began her teaching career in Prince Edward County where she taught US History I to 6th-graders. In 2012, she came to Bedford County and has served in multiple schools and roles. Mrs. Brisentine was a 7th grade English and Civics teacher at Forest Middle School, an Instructional Technology Resource Teacher for Jefferson Forest High School and the division, and finally the Lead Teacher for Offsite Learning supporting all educators in Bedford County Public Schools. Mrs. Brisentine is excited to see how she can support Staunton River Middle School and the community as an Assistant Principal

Mrs. Brisentine earned her Bachelor's degree (2008) in Liberal Studies for Elementary and Middle School Education from Longwood University, her Master's degree (2017) in History from Lynchburg College, and her Administration and Supervision Endorsement (2021) from Longwood University. She lives in Forest, VA with her husband and three kids. She enjoys many crafting activities and spending time with family and friends.

Mr. Jawaad Douglas will be serving his second year at Staunton River Middle School as an Assistant Principal. Mr. Douglas previously served at William Fleming High School in Roanoke City, Dunbar Middle in Lynchburg City, and North Stafford High School in Stafford County.

Mr. Douglas comes to Staunton River Middle School with a variety of experiences in education and coaching. Mr. Douglas served as the Health/PE/Driver Education Teacher, Driver Education Building Coordinator, and Varsity Football Defensive Coordinator at William Fleming High School. Douglas began his career in education at North Stafford High School as a Health/PE/Driver Education Teacher, Driver Education Building Coordinator, and a Varsity Assistant Coach for several teams, including football, boys and girls basketball, and track and field.

Mr. Douglas earned a Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership from Averett University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Health and Physical Education PreK-12 from Longwood University. Mr. Douglas resides in Lynchburg, VA with his family. In his free time, he enjoys cooking on the grill and smoking barbecue, watching sports, and spending time with family.