An alphabetical listing of teachers by last name with email addresses.
An alphabetical listing of teachers by last name with email addresses.
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Ms. Jennifer Battle - English Language Arts 8
Ms. Jennifer Battle - English Language Arts 8
I have been a teacher at Yokosuka Middle School since 2011 and a DoDEA employee since 2008. I have a bachelor's in English and History as well as a master's degree in Educational Technology. I was in the US Army for five years where I met my husband. Mr. Battle and I have three amazing children who spent their whole lives as military dependents and DoDEA students. In fact, all three are attending college to become teachers themselves and, hopefully, join our wonderful organization. As a former service member, military wife, and mother of military connected children, I believe I have a unique insight into the challenges our students face and endeavor daily to help ensure their success, not just as great writers and readers, but as citizens of our global community.
Ms. Christian Czarnecki - Math 6
Ms. Christian Czarnecki - Math 6
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Ms. Estell Darby - Strategic Literacy Instruction
Ms. Estell Darby - Strategic Literacy Instruction
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Ms. Elsie Dorzin - ESOL 6 and Creative Writing
Ms. Elsie Dorzin - ESOL 6 and Creative Writing
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Mr. Will Fields - Math 7 & Accelerated Math 7/8
Mr. Will Fields - Math 7 & Accelerated Math 7/8
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Mr. Robert Garcia - Health & Physical Education
Mr. Robert Garcia - Health & Physical Education
My name is Rob Garcia and I am one of the Physical Education teachers at Yokosuka Middle School. I am from Panama and attended DoDEA schools K-12. I graduated from Southwest Texas State University and earned a degree in Exercise and Sports Science and a minor in Health and Wellness Promotions. I taught elementary Physical Education in Dallas, TX and joined Yokosuka Middle School in ’05. My wife is a teacher at The Sullivans Elementary and we have two boys. I am looking forward to an exciting year!
Mr. George Garrison - Learning Strategies
Mr. George Garrison - Learning Strategies
I was born and raised in Detroit, MI. In 2006 I was a recipient of the Scholar and Athlete award (football). After graduating high school I earned a full scholarship to Alabama State University. I earned a Bachelor's Degree in 2013 a Master's degree from Albany State University in 2018, and an Educational Specialist Degree from the University of West Georgia in 2020. My mission is to foster an atmosphere of academic excellence that will successfully prepare all learners for fruitful post-secondary studies, work, and challenges in the 21st century.
Ms. Maricela Guffey - Spanish Language
Ms. Maricela Guffey - Spanish Language
My name is Maricela Guffey and I am the Spanish teacher here at Yokosuka Middle School. I was born and raised in Idaho but studied Spanish and Education in Arizona, California, and Mexico. I have been a Spanish teacher since 2007 and I have taught all levels of the language. I am a believer in Growth Mindset and hope to instill in students the confidence to persevere through challenges so they can come out the other side better prepared to handle what life may throw at them. Thank you for trusting me with your child’s language education.
Ms. Allison Hodges - English Language Arts 7
Ms. Allison Hodges - English Language Arts 7
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allison.hodges@dodea.edu allison.hodges@student.dodea.edu
Ms. Katherine Holliday - Social Studies 7
Ms. Katherine Holliday - Social Studies 7
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Ms. Melanie Hunter - AVID
Ms. Melanie Hunter - AVID
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Ms. Rebecca Johnson - Social Studies 8
Ms. Rebecca Johnson - Social Studies 8
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Ms. Kerry Keenan - Drama & Yearbook
Ms. Kerry Keenan - Drama & Yearbook
Kerry A. Keenan was born and raised in Greenwood, IN. She went to the University of Florida to study marine veterinary medicine. After a 'wrong' turn at Turlington Plaza, she earned her BA in Drama Education. She taught in Florida public schools for 13 years before before moving to Japan. Ms. Keenan is a proud Aunt. Her hobbies include digital scrapbooking, crafts, Blackhawks hockey, and Gator football--that is if her yorkie Will O' Wisp will allow her the time.
Ms. Stephanie Laird - Learning Strategies 6
Ms. Stephanie Laird - Learning Strategies 6
Ms. Laird calls herself a gypsy wanderlust as she caught the world-travel bug when she was in the Navy, way back in the 1970’s. She received her special education and counseling certifications while she was in the Navy Reserves and working as a teacher in a private day school for emotionally impaired children. She joined DoDEA in the 80’s and has been fortunate to be stationed in various bases in Germany. She has also been stationed in Italy, Korea, Netherlands and this is her second tour in Yokosuka. She loves antiques and crafts and has many creative ideas on how to keep her students organized and on task in school.
Ms. Sara Jane Lloyd - Social Studies 6
Ms. Sara Jane Lloyd - Social Studies 6
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Mr. David Marchetti - Health & Physical Education
Mr. David Marchetti - Health & Physical Education
My name is David Marchetti and I teach Health and Physical Education at Yokosuka Middle School. I am from Minneapolis, Minnesota where I graduated from Blaine Senior High in 1987. I graduated from Winona State University and earned a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Exercise Physiology. I earned a Master's Degree in Education from St. Thomas University in Minneapolis. I taught 7th Grade Science at Yokosuka Middle School for 14 years and moved over to the Physical Education Department in 2018, alongside Mr. Garcia. My wife is also a teacher at Yokosuka Middle School and we have a daughter who attends Yokosuka Middle School. I am looking forward to a great year!
Ms. Michelle Morales - Math 7 & Accelerated Math 7/8
Ms. Michelle Morales - Math 7 & Accelerated Math 7/8
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Ms. Brigid Moss - Family & Consumer Science
Ms. Brigid Moss - Family & Consumer Science
I am Mrs. Brigid G. Moss. I was born and raised in Toledo District Belize, Central America; which is formerly British Honduras, and is the only English speaking country in Central America. I have been teaching since 1980 and I began teaching family consumer science at Yokosuka Middle School in 2012. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics Education from the Mississippi University for Women, and a Masters of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Phoenix.I am married to Frank Moss, a retired navy veteran for the past twenty four years. Together we have an adult daughter who currently lives in Honolulu, Hawaii. My daughter claims that I eat, live and sleep family consumer science. Even though I may want to dispute my daughter’s claim, I can’t help but agree with her. Family consumer science is my life’s passion and I work diligently to get my students to do likewise.I come from a large family, I am the youngest of eight children. I have three sisters and four brothers. In my leisure time I enjoy spending time with family, cooking, sewing, traveling, and watching game shows.
Ms. Joy Munoz - Learning Strategies 6, Math, & ELA
Ms. Joy Munoz - Learning Strategies 6, Math, & ELA
Hello Ya’ll!--as we say in the South. I am Ms. Kellie Wood, and I am originally from Louisville, Kentucky. I came to work as a YMS 6th grade teacher in September of 2019. Before teaching here, I taught at a middle school in Kentucky for many years. I have a daughter named Annie who is currently working toward becoming a veterinarian. I feel very blessed to have the opportunity to serve as an educator for DoDEA and to be your child’s teacher.
Ms. Tyhisha Nevels - English Language Arts 6
Ms. Tyhisha Nevels - English Language Arts 6
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- Study Skills
- Study Skills
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Ms. Daneshia Payne - English Language Arts 6
Ms. Daneshia Payne - English Language Arts 6
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Mr. Dale Peterson - Math 8 & Accelerated Math/Algebra
Mr. Dale Peterson - Math 8 & Accelerated Math/Algebra
Mr. Peterson is originally from Santa Rosa, California and served in the United States Navy for 20 years following his graduation from the United States Naval Academy. He started teaching stateside in California and then Colorado before coming to Yokosuka Middle School in 2008. As a math teacher he has previously taught 6th and 7th grade students. He move to the 8th grade and Team Milius in 2020. At YMS he has sponsored a Dungeons and Dragons club. In his free time he enjoys travelling, biking, Disney, and building with Legos.
Ms. Kimberly Pierce - Math 8 & Accelerated Math/Algebra
Ms. Kimberly Pierce - Math 8 & Accelerated Math/Algebra
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- Learning Strategies 8
- Learning Strategies 8
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Mr. Dan Roggenkamp - Video Productions
Mr. Dan Roggenkamp - Video Productions
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Ms. Emma Roque - English Language Arts & Social Studies 6
Ms. Emma Roque - English Language Arts & Social Studies 6
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Mr. Jeff Sargent - Social Studies 8
Mr. Jeff Sargent - Social Studies 8
Mr. Sargent was born and raised in Boston Massachusetts, the one and only Birthplace of America and home to the best sports teams in America! Mr. Sargent is a veteran of the United States Navy and graduated from the University of Massachusetts. It was his teaching career that brought him to Yokosuka. Mr. Sargent has a home in Thailand and enjoys spending time there with family.
Ms. Nicole Scott - Science 6
Ms. Nicole Scott - Science 6
My name is Nicole Scott and this is my first full year teaching at YMS. I have been affiliated with DoDEA since 2015. My first teaching experience began in 2004 as a 6th grade Middle School science teacher in Georgia's public school system, and I am just as excited today as I was on day one. Currently, I am still teaching 6th grade Middle School science. I have a Bachelor's of Science in Electronic Engineering Technology, Master's degree in Education and an Education Specialist degree in Teaching and Learning.
Ms. Sachiko Shimogama - Japanese Language & Culture
Ms. Sachiko Shimogama - Japanese Language & Culture
I'm Ms. Shimogama and I teach Japanese at YMS. I was born and raised in a small town in Nagasaki. I received a BA in Education from a university in Japan and a MA in Bilingual/Multicultural Education from California State University, Sacramento. I lived in California and Pennsylvania for 15 years before moving back to Japan. I have taught Japanese to students from first grade through university in America, Thailand, and Japan. In my free time I like outdoor activities and participate in traditional Japanese culture activities like tea ceremony and kimono. I’m really excited to share my language and culture with you!
Ms. Madison Stewart - English Language Arts 7
Ms. Madison Stewart - English Language Arts 7
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Ms. Estrella Telles - Strategic Math Intervention
Ms. Estrella Telles - Strategic Math Intervention
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- Computer Apps & Programming
- Computer Apps & Programming
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Ms. Annette Voth - Strings & Choir
Ms. Annette Voth - Strings & Choir
My name is Annette Voth and I am the strings and choir teacher here at Yokosuka Middle School. I have been teaching at YMS since 2010. I have a love of music and consider myself most fortunate to be able to make music with an incredible group of young people and walk with them on their journey to becoming musicians. I believe that each child should have the opportunity to obtain the knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary to engage authentically in the arts. I graduated high school from El Reno High School in El Reno, Oklahoma. Following that, I received my Bachelors of Music Education from Southwestern Oklahoma State University and my Masters of Music Performance from the University of Oklahoma. When I'm not at school, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Luke, and our son, Hiroki. We love to snow ski in the winter and spend time at the beach or outdoors in the summer. I also love a good cup of coffee and try to get some reading and yoga in when I find the time.
Mr. Chris Wichart - Applied Technology
Mr. Chris Wichart - Applied Technology
Mr. Wichart teaches Applied Technology. Students learn measurement and design to build their projects using various hand and power tools.
Ms. Mimie Yan - Art
Ms. Mimie Yan - Art
Ms Yan teaches 6th, 7th, & 8th grade Visual Art.
- Social Studies 7
- Social Studies 7
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