Welcome to CPS, Lil’ Hornets!  I look forward to partnering with students, families, and the CPS faculty and staff to make this a successful year.  Students and families, you are our “WHY.”  We are passionate about keeping our students safe, building lasting relationships with our students and families, and educating our students.  You are welcome to call, email, or stop by my office if you have any questions.  I look forward to a great year at Cook Primary School!

Academic Background: Valwood School (1992, Valedictorian); Mercer University (2001, BBA, Summa Cum Laude); Valdosta State University (2003, Early Childhood Education Certificate); Columbus State University (2019, M.Ed Educational Leadership); Kennesaw State University, (2021, Ed. S Educational Leadership)

Certificates: Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership

Experience: Annie Belle Clark Elementary School (Kindergarten, 2 years); Cook Elementary School (3rd grade teacher, 2 years); Cook Primary School (Kindergarten, 8 years); Cook Elementary and Middle School (ESOL teacher, 5 years); Cook Primary School (Instructional Coach, 1 year); Cook Primary School (Assistant Principal, 3 years); Cook Primary School (Principal, 2022-present)

Family: Husband, Brent Dixon; 2 daughters: Lilly and Mary Lois; Parents, Ethridge Jr. and Jeanmarie Harris