2021 S.E.E.D. Fellows

	Betty Jo Moore Organization:  Wiley Magnet Middle School Job Title: Teacher  (6th grade science) Educational Background: Winston-Salem State University – BS – Management Information Systems, Western Carolina University – MAED Comprehensive Education/Elementary Education/STEM Years in Education: 13 Personal Goal for SEED Program: Within this program, I want to expand my knowledge and broaden my methods of teaching in a very diverse school and to create transformative learning opportunities in my classroom for all students.  I look forward to being part of a network of like-minded professionals that have the same beliefs for this very important topic.
	Lorie Bell Organization: West Stanly Middle School (Stanly County Schools) Job Title: 8th Grade Math Teacher Educational Background: B.S. Secondary Math Education – Appalachian State University, Master of Arts in Educational Executive Leadership – Gardner-Webb University Years in Education: 20 Personal Goal for SEED Program: Through open and deeply meaningful dialogue with a diverse group of education and equity advocates from across the state, I hope to discover transformative instructional strategies and equitable practices to incorporate within my own classroom and to share with colleagues across my district.
	Melanie Shivraj Organization: North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (in Durham) Job Title: Biology Instructor (molecular genetics, public health and epidemiology) Educational Background: BS in Biology with minor in Chemistry from UNC Chapel Hill, MSEd in Secondary Science Ed from LIU Brooklyn Years in Education: 8 Years Personal Goal for SEED Program: To find a network of colleagues across NC with whom I can discuss and collaborate on issues of DEI. I also want to bring back STEM specific PD to my department for our continued growth.
	Kimberly Clark Organization: A.L Stanback Middle School (Orange County) Job Title: Middle School Science Teacher Educational Background: B.A Education Middle Grades Science and Social Studies and Geography Minor-The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, ESL English as a Second Language Licensure Add-on    Years in Education: 5 Personal Goal for SEED Program: To gain further knowledge, resources and participate in a network of individuals that are as passionate as I am about raising awareness and being the spark for the need to change as it relates to race and equity in our districts, school, and classrooms.  In the end, my hopes are to walk away knowing that there is a community with shared intentions that is focusing on improving outcomes for students and their families.
	Emily Warnke Organization: Winget Park Elementary, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools Job Title: PBL Coach & STEM Advocate Educational Background: Bachelor of Science: Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Georgia, Master of Arts in Teaching: Queens University Years in Education:15 years Personal Goal for SEED Program: My goal is to gain a more complete understanding of how educators, and particularly STEM educators,  can promote equity and the celebration of diversity. I hope to accomplish this through self exploration and productive dialog with my peers from across the state. As we work together, my goal is to cultivate a program that will extend well past the boundaries of this year and set of educators.
	Rachel Potts Organization: NC Aquariums at Jennette’s Pier Job Title: Environmental Educator/First Response Coordinator for the Outer Banks Marine Mammal Stranding Network Educational Background: B.A. Environmental and International Studies (Minor in Spanish) from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Years in Education: 7 Personal Goal for SEED Program: I would like to learn how as an environmental educator, I can reach students from diverse backgrounds. I want to better understand how to be a more inclusive educator and promote diversity and equity at my organization. I am eager to learn from the other fellows and share our experiences. I want to share what I’ve learned with my fellow educators and colleagues.
	Keethan Kleiner Organization: North Carolina School of Science & Mathematics Job Title: Instructor of Computer Science Educational Background: B.S in Computer Science with minors in Physics and Mathematics, M.S. in Computer Science – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Years in Education: 4 Personal Goal for SEED Program: To learn more about race and racism in education and develop the skills to create a specific plan for making my courses, department, and institution more diverse, inclusive, and equitable.
	Jason Carter Organization: Evergreen Community Charter School (Asheville, NC) Job Title:7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher Educational Background: B.A. in English with minors in Math and Women Studies from University of Alabama – Huntsville M.A. in Liberal Arts and Sciences from University of North Carolina, Asheville Years in Education: 20 Personal Goal for SEED Program: I want to create a more inclusive classroom for all students while also developing tools to empower students to be actively anti-racist citizens
	Robin Harris Organization:Asheboro City Schools Job Title:Director of Equity & Inclusion Educational Background: Ed.S. in Educational Leadership & Cultural Foundations – UNCG Advanced Principal & Superintendent licensure – UNCG Curriculum Instructional Specialist licensure – UNCG MSA in School Administration – UNCG MS in Elementary Education – NC A&T SU BS in Elementary Education – NC A&T SU Years in Education:24 Personal Goal for SEED Program: My goal is to learn, collaborate, and share information with our colleagues while broadening my appreciation and knowledge of DEI in all fields of PreK-12 education, with specificity in STEM areas.
	Jessica Croson Organization: Heide Trask High School (Pender County) Job Title: 9-12 Science Teacher Educational Background: BS in Geology with Teacher Licensure (UNCW) and M.Ed in Secondary Science Education (UNCW) Years in Education: 19 Personal Goal for SEED Program: I hope to gain a better understanding on how I can build a more diverse, equitable and inclusive classroom. I want to become an advocate for all students who want to engage in STEM fields. I also hope to develop relationships with colleagues who will continue to collaborate and challenge me beyond the length of the program. I want to continuously learn and grow to meet the diverse needs of my students.
	Haley Tedder Organization: Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation Job Title: Southern Basin Director Educational Background: B.S. in Environmental Science, Biology with a minor in Chemistry  Years in Education: 7  Personal Goal for SEED Program:  As an educator, I want to develop skills and methods that will help to inspire the next generation of diverse, STEM professionals. As a STEM professional, I want to help pave the way for this next generation to adequately reflect the community in which they serve.
	Dr. Shanda Edwards Organization: Edgecombe County Public Schools Job Title: STEAM Specialist  Educational Background: Doctor of Philosophy in Education (Capella) Master of Science in Education-Instructional Design for Online Learning (Capella) Master of Education in Instructional Technology (ECU) Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Minor: Child Development and Family Relations Years in Education: 19 Personal Goal for SEED Program: I believe by participating as a S.E.E.D. fellow, I will gain new knowledge about how to be a more inclusive educator and discover how my leadership actions can influence an inclusive world. I look forward to a deep dive into diversity, equity, and inclusion content and networking with other STEM educators. I hope to gain a profound understanding and advocacy base for minority learners advancing in STEM careers.
	Dr. Jackie Swanik Organization  Wake Technical Community College Job Title: Associate Dean, Mathematics, Science & Engineering Educational Background: B.S. Biology(Campbell University), Ph.D. Biology (UT Southwestern) Years in Education:10 Personal Goal for SEED Program: As a SEED Fellow, I would like to better understand the challenges our students face and how I can be an advocate for them.  In addition, I also want to develop skills to make my organization more inclusive.
	Terrie Wilson Organization: Elizabeth City Pasquotank Public Schools Job Title: STEM Coordinator, District Instructional Coach Educational Background: BA in Biology – Meredith College K-6 Licensure – Meredith College Masters in Science Edu – East Carolina University  Masters in School Admin – Elizabeth City State Univ.  EdD in School Leadership – App State (in progress)  Years in Education: 11 Personal Goal for SEED Program: As a SEED Fellow, I hope to learn more about my own ability to impact equity and diversity in our new district STEM program and to gain insight and wisdom from like-minded professionals in order to contribute to a more inclusive environment for underrepresented populations.
	Katy Gash Organization: Henderson County Public Schools Job Title: Math Teacher, 8th grade, Hendersonville Middle School Educational Background:  Grades 6 – 9 Licensure (Mathematics, Science & Social Studies) ; International Business (MBA) ; Finance (BA) Years in Education: 9 Personal Goal for SEED Program: I am eager to learn all that I can to help ‘right the lopsided ship’ that is our education system, and in particular to affect change within STEM education for our marginalized students. I want to validate their brilliance, fan their curiosity, and help nurture more equitable opportunities within our learning communities.
	Julia Little Organization: Westover Senior High School Job Title: HS science classroom teacher, department chair Educational Background: B.S.ChE.–Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA M.D.–Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 9-12 Science License–Lateral entry, 2017 Years in Education: 4 1/2 Personal Goal for SEED Program: As an older, white, privileged woman teaching at a 90% minority school, I hope to implement better equity, diversity, and inclusion principles in my department, my school, and my district.
	Sally Adnan Organization: J.M. Robinson Middle School, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools  Job Title: 8th grade Math and Science Teacher Educational Background: B.A. in Biology and M.Ed. in Urban Education (class of 2021) Years in Education: 10 Personal Goal for SEED Program: Through this program, I would like to network with other educators who are also activists for social justice. I also hope to create a safe environment in my school, where teachers and students can share experiences and express their viewpoints on topics related to race and culture.
	Kimberly Daniel Organization: Sherwood Elementary Gaston County Schools Job Title: 5th grade Math/Science Teacher Educational Background: BS in Elementary Education Gardner-Webb University MA in Elementary Education GWU Graduate Certificate in AIG UNC-Charlotte Graduate Certificate  in Teaching Students in High Poverty Schools ECU Years in Education: 22 years Personal Goal for SEED Program: As a SEED Fellow, I will network with other like minded educators. I hope to learn ways to bring equity and diversity to my district to positively impact the students I teach. Opening an honest dialogue about diversity in STEM education will help me be able to reach my students and colleagues.
	Lottie Peppers Organization: Wake County Public School SystemApex Friendship High School Job Title:  Teacher: Biology, Earth/Environmental Science,  Educational Background: Composite Science Licensure (6-12) M.S., Zoology, Texas Tech University B.S., Biology, Texas Tech University Years in Education: 12  Personal Goal for SEED Program:   By participating in the SEED program, I hope to grow in my knowledge and understanding of race, equity, and inclusion in STEM education.  I hope to cultivate a peer group of educators committed to implementing classroom and instructional practices that are inclusive and culturally responsive.  I hope that SEED will provide a safe and supportive environment where I can grow in my ability to effectively engage in conversations about race, diversity, and equity.