Our Teachers

The EPIC teachers were chosen because of their belief that education could and should evolve to engage students in addition to preparing students for key 21st century skills such as critical thinking, communication and collaboration. Each teacher brings a unique talent to the team and together we SOAR to EPIC heights. In addition, the EPIC teachers lead by example, following the engineering design process, learning from mistakes and always working on successful collaboration techniques.

The amazing EPIC teachers!

EPIC Teachers being EPIC!

9th Teachers:

Ms. Mutcher, Dr. Chapman, Mrs. Dyar, and Mrs. Leonard

10th Teachers:

Ms. Wilson, Mr. Bennett, Mr. Moore, and Ms. Morris

11th Teachers:

Ms. Simmons, Ms. Wilson, Mr. Harper, Mr. Bennett, and Mrs. Sanderson

12th Capstone Teachers:

Dr. Chapman and Mr. Harper

Kelly Dyar

EPIC Engineering and Department Chair

BSE in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Duke University
MBA from Georgia Tech
Teach On Project Winner, 2019
$100k+ in Grants for EPIC & FIRST Robotics
Specialty STEM Lead GCPS
STEAM Team Lead @ MCHS
Certifications:
- Engineering & Technology
- Mathematics 6-12
- Computer Science
- Autodesk Inventor
- BIE/PBL Works 102

Elizabeth Leonard

EPIC Math

BS in Mathematics from Oglethorpe University
MAT in Mathematics Education from Georgia State University
Certifications:
- Mathematics 6-12 Certified
- Special Education Certified
- Gifted Endorsement
- Coaching Endorsement
- STEM Endorsement
- PBL 101

Marjorie Chapman

EPIC Language Arts and EPIC Capstone

Bachelor of Arts, Masters, and Specialist Degrees from Piedmont University
Doctorate from Liberty University
Women's Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach
Certifications:
- Gifted Endorsement
- Special Education Certified
- BIE/PBL Works 101 & 102

Danielle Mutchler

EPIC Science

BS Biology from University of South Florida
Certifications:
- Biology, Chemistry, and Physical Science
- Gifted Endorsement
- PBL Works 101

Mary Morris

EPIC Science

BS in Biology from Troy University
Masters in Education from University of Alabama
Specialist in Teacher Leadership from Kennesaw State University
Women's Junior Varsity Soccer Head Coach
EPIC Ambassadors Teacher Leader
Certifications:
- Science 6-12
- Gifted Endorsement
- Advanced Placement Certification
- BIE/PBL Works 101

David Moore

EPIC Language Arts

BS in English from North Georgia College (University of North Georgia)
Masters in Language Education from University of Georgia
Specialist in Gifted Education, University of Georgia
Men's Track Coach
Certifications:
- Language Arts
- Gifted Endorsement
- BIE/PBL Works 101 & 102

Shannon Sanderson

EPIC Language Arts

BA in English Literature from Arizona State University
Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from Arizona State University
EPIC Ambassadors Teacher Leader
Certifications:
- Gifted Endorsement
- BIE/PBL Works 101 & 102

Matthew Bennett

EPIC Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering from Utah State University
Emphasis in Aerospace Engineering
Member of Tau Beta Pi, the Engineering Honor Society
Certifications:
- Engineering & Technology
- PBL Works 101
- Associate Level for Solidworks Mechanical Design

Jon Harper

EPIC Science and EPIC Capstone

BS in Chemistry from University of Georgia
BSEd in Science Education from University of Georgia
Certifications:
- Chemistry
- Science
- Engineering and Technology
- Advanced Placement | AP Physics 1
- Gifted
- BIE/PBL Works 101

Tori Wilson

EPIC Math

BS in Mathematics and Science Education
Women's Junior Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach
EPIC Ambassadors Teacher Leader
Certifications:
- Mathematics (4-12)
- Science (4-12)
- PBL Works 101
- Gifted Certification

Lacey Jakes

Assistant Principal - EPIC and Curriculum

Morgan Simmons

EPIC Math

Women's Junior Varsity Basketball Head Coach, Varsity Assistant Coach
EPIC Ambassador Teacher Leader
Certifications:
- Special Education
- Mathematics
- Gifted

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