2023-2024 - Staff History Heroes
Welcome to our stories. Meet the teachers that are part of Northside history today. We hope you take the time to listen to the advice shared, the work they are proud of and their memories of place and community.
Each staff member below was interviewed by third graders as part of their NES History project. After engaging with many oral histories from the Northside community and the Chapel Hill Nine, 3rd graders took on the role of historian to capture the history being made today -- by teachers making an impact, leaving their mark and making Northside a wonderful place to learn and lead.
Ms. Coretta Sharpless - Principal
"Always believe in yourself and always dream bigger than what you see happening today."
Ms. Kat Cole - School Librarian
"Find your library.. No matter where you live, or how old you are. You will have access to endless knowledge."
Ms. Ashley Quicker - 4th Grade Teacher
"Even the smallest things build to make something big."
Mr. Barry Garrett - School Book Keeper
"Only you can be the best you can be."
Ms. Ellie Lieder - Music Teacher
"Never give up on your dreams and goals. And always keep an open mind and put in your best effort."
Ms. Ronetta Walker - SEL Specialist
"The problems you face today may not matter tomorrow."
Ms. Patsy Barbee - Instructional Assistant and Original Northside Alum
"Strive for excellence."
Ms. Natalie Sayag - Instructional Coach
"Try to understand the perspective of other people. Build empathy by understanding other people's experiences."
Ms. Chantel Click - School Counselor
"Be kind to everyone. Wherever you are in life continue to be bucket fillers."
Ms. Tiarra Yoesoep - Instructional Assistant
"Take charge of your own education."
Ms. Kirtina Jones - Assitant Principal
"Try to find joy in all things. Celebrate every moment and always see the ways you can "Be The Change."
Mr. Matt Russell - PE Teacher
"Follow your heart."
Ms. April Anderson - ESL Teacher
"Be yourself and get to know yourself. Figure out what YOU like to do."
Ms. Sarah Michaels -Speech Language Pathologist
"Make sure you know your voice is important!"
Mr. Mason - 3rd Grade Teacher
"Always be brave enough to ask for help when you need it."
Ms. Desiree Cho - Gifted Education Specialist
"Continue to explore who you are and what you like."