I am a North Carolina native. I am originally from Swansboro NC. I am a graduate of NC State and majored in Language Arts and Social Studies. This is my fourth year teaching and third year at Dillard. I am a huge HISTORY nerd and I love teaching this subject to students! I have a wonderful husband, two cats, and our dog Penny.
Email: jlainsworth@wcpss.net
Teacher Website: https://sites.google.com/wcpss.net/class-website-2020-2021/home
My Name is Reid Yoho and this will be my third year teaching at Dillard Drive Magnet Middle School! Before moving to Raleigh, I graduated from UNC Charlotte and then taught at the high school level in Charlotte. I look forward to uncovering different perspectives throughout history with my students and helping us relate historical concepts to our world today. In addition to my passion for teaching and history, I love being outdoors and traveling so always feel free to always ask about my most recent trip!
Email: Ryoho@wcpss.net
Teacher Website: https://sites.google.com/wcpss.net/yohosocialstudies
Hello Dragons! My name is Dawn Mecklenburg and this will be my 7th year teaching & my 3rd year at DDMMS! I am originally from small town outside of Seattle, WA. I graduated from NCSU with a BA degree in Anthropology and Film Production, with the goal of making educational films. I returned to NCSU to complete my teaching degree when I realized my heart was in the classroom. I am the proud parent of a 7th grade daughter and a pug. I love being part of the diverse Dillard Family and hope to continue working toward building a strong, supportive community with my students and Dragon families!
Email: dmecklenburg@wcpss.net
Teacher Website: https://sites.google.com/a/wcpss.net/mecklenburg-s-7th-grade-social-studies/