Support Staff
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Deana Anderson
BES 2020-2021 -- EIP/ESOL
My name is Deana Anderson and I have been an educator for 25 years. The majority of my teaching career has been in First Grade, but I have also taught Second Grade, Pre-K Special Education, Kindergarten and First Grade EIP and ESOL. I am excited to begin a new school year. Bringing learning to life and inspiring children to be lifelong learners is my passion.
I have been married to my husband, Kent for 35 years. We have two wonderful sons, two beautiful daughters in love, and three precious grandbabies. I truly treasure my family with my whole heart and enjoy being a part of this fabulous community and school system.
Go Wolves!
EDUCATION Troy University - Early Childhood Education Endorsements - ESOL & Pre-K Special Ed. |
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Brie Delgado
BES 2020-2021 -- EIP/ESOL
My name is Gabrielle Delgado and I am excited to make even more memories this school year again as an ESOL/EIP teacher! This is my 12th year teaching & working with Kindergarten students! I am passionate about instilling confidence and pride into our Kindergarten students, and consider it an honor to get to teach those students who are learning English! My Wonderful Husband and I have been married for 9 years and have three-year-old Twin Daughters! We enjoy family time, traveling, good food, and all things Disney! EDUCATION Georgia State University- Bachelors in Early Childhood Education Georgia State University- Masters in Reading, Language, & Literacy University of Georgia- Specialists in Educational Technology |
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Tracy Gilmore
BES 2020-2021 -- Special Education
For the past 26 years, I have pursued my passion for education with my love for children. I have taught various grades in the field of special education, however, it has been the highlight of my career to serve my students and their families at the BESt school in the world, Buford Elementary, for the past 16 years! EDUCATION Georgia State University - Social Work Georgia State University - Masters in Special Education Piedmont University - Specialists in Curriculum and Instruction Trained in - Orton Gillingham approach to reading & Linda Mood Bell programs |
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Lori Hogle
BES 2020-2021 -- Special Education
This year will be my 28th year of teaching! I have taught in various grades within 2 states and 4 counties, however, the majority of those years have been spent right here at BES!!! My passion lies at this early stage of learning....where it all begins! I love spending time outdoors with my family, either on the lake or camping! My husband Grant and I have been married 26 years and have 3 wonderful children and 2 puppies that keep us on our toes! Natalie is 22 and just graduated from UNG, Gabrielle is 19 and a sophomore at Shorter University, and Zach is 15 and a sophomore at BHS! I can't wait to get this year started and instill a love of learning in your children!
EDUCATION
Western Michigan University - Bachelor of Arts in Special Education
University of N. Georgia - Masters in Special Education
Piedmont University - Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction
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Jana McCranie
BES 2020-2021 -- SRA/EIP/ESOL
I have been teaching for 25 years all within Buford Elementary School. I have taught 1st and 2nd grades. I am currently an EIP and ESOL teacher.
My husband Karl and I have two wonderful sons: Austin, a graduate of Georgia Southern University who now works for Lincoln Financial; and Mason, a Senior at Buford High School. My time outside of school is spent running, working out, spending time with my family, watching Mason play Buford football, and enjoying lake life at Lake Hartwell.
EDUCATION North Georgia - Early Childhood Education Piedmont College - Masters in Early Childhood Education Piedmont College - Specialists in Early Childhood Education & Teacher Leadership |
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Leslie Sheppard
BES 2020-2021 -- Special Education
Hello! This will be my sixteenth year teaching within Buford City Schools and my second at BES. Overall, I have been teaching 23 years covering grades Pre-K – fifth with my first year teaching high school. We moved from Michigan to Gwinnett County 22 years ago. I have experience in both special and general education environments. Early intervention is key and I strongly believe in building positive relationships with all students and families. My goal is to create a loving, positive, and structured environment where students can shine in their own unique ways. When they leave me each day, I want them to know/experience that they are valued and loved. I am married to Lyle Sheppard going on 24 years this summer. I have two children that started at the BCSS Daycare and are currently in 10th grade at BHS, Max Sheppard, and 6th grade at BMS, Mara Sheppard. They have known nothing other than Buford City Schools System and the amazing community that it brings. We enjoy sports as a family and you can always find me following The Michigan State Spartans along with Max and Mara’s travel and Buford soccer teams. Mara also plays basketball and they are both excited to be Wolves! I am looking forward to my new adventure teaching Kindergarten at BES. Welcome to Buford! EDUCATION
Michigan State University – Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education – with an endorsement in Emotional Impairments. University of North Georgia - Masters in Special Education – Cross-Categorical Lincoln Memorial University – Education Specialist in Leadership and Administration
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Julia Six
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BES 2021-2022 -- Speech Therapist Hello! I am the speech-language pathologist (SLP) serving Buford Elementary. This is my first year with Buford City Schools, but I have been working in the field of pediatric development for 18 years and as an SLP for 8 years. My previous work was in private practice and in/outpatient hospital settings. I also spent some time as an autism consultant and diagnostician. I have a sweet 7-year old daughter named Eva and a precious King Charles Spaniel named Bear who keeps me busy. I love singing, swimming, movies, and sharing laughter. I grew up in Port St. Joe, Florida, and moved to Georgia in 2017. It has been wonderful, and I feel very blessed to now be here at Buford City Schools!
EDUCATION
Florida State University - Masters in Communication Science and Disorders
University of West Florida - Bachelors in Psychology
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