Ms. Tomica Wright | Assistant Principal

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Ms. Kelly Holden | Assistant Principal

I am originally from Upstate NY where I earned my undergraduate degree from State University of NY at Plattsburgh. I double majored in Secondary Ed and History. Upon graduation, I fled the cold and have been employed by CMS for 23 years. I spent 19 years in the classroom teaching social studies in 6^th and 8^th grade. During this time, I gained National Board Certification and an M.Ed. in Middle Level Education from Winthrop University.

After being in the classroom for many years I wanted to challenge myself. I received an additional M.Ed. in School Administration and made the transition to administration here at Ardrey Kell.

I have twin boys who also attend Ardrey Kell. This adds to my investment in the school. I enjoy watching sports, reading, and traveling as much as possible in my free time.

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Mr. Dale Adair | Assistant Principal

I am the 9^th grade administrator, and my primary responsibilities are to provide instructional support to the Math and Physical Education Departments. I am also the administrative coordinator for safe schools, EOS, transportation, athletics, athletic boosters, textbooks, custodians, weekly athletics, and lunch supervision.

I received my undergraduate degree in Electronic and Computer Technology from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. I also earned a master’s degree in School Administration from Gardner Webb University.

An interesting fact about me is that I am married, and I have two sons. I am a native of Charlotte and I graduated from Garinger High School here in CMS. I also enjoy playing chess and having fun with my family whenever I am not fulfilling my job as assistant principal. I am in my seventh year as an administrator here at Ardrey Kell. I have been in education for twenty-three years. As a classroom teacher, I taught sixth through eighth grade math in the middle school, and I also taught GED math at Guilford Technical Community College as a part time instructor.

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Ms. Catherine Dugan | Assistant Principal

Hello Ardrey Kell Families! This year I have the pleasure of working with the 11^th grade students. Prior to coming to AK, I was at Community House Middle School as a Dean of Students, and this is the same cohort of students I worked with for three years while I was there. I am excited to see them again and see how they’ve grown. It will be a joy to work with them again as they go through their high school years. In addition to working with the grade level, I will also oversee the ELA department and serve as the MTSS Coordinator.

I am originally from Nashville, TN and attended the University of Tennessee for both my Bachelors in Mathematics and Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. I moved to Charlotte in 1997 where I started working for CMS. Throughout my years with CMS, I was a Math teacher at Spaugh Middle and South Meck High. I moved on to work in leadership as a Math Facilitator at AG Middle and then as a Dean of Students. During this time, I worked to obtain and continue to hold my National Board and Administration certifications.

When I’m not at school, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I am a diehard UT fan, and you can find me watching the games on Saturdays hoping we can beat Bama and Georgia! I’m looking forward to a great year.

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Dr. A J Hepworth | Dean of Students

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Deborah Hitt | Dean of Students

Hello Ardrey Kell Families! I am a middle and high school math teacher by heart and now the Dean of Students here at AK. I have been in CMS for over 25 years and plan to retire while still here at AK. In addition to working with all students (primarily the 9th and 12th graders), I serve as the Fine Arts and World Languages department administrator, the MTSS Coordinator, the Credit Recovery/Edgenuity Coordinator, and the SEL/Homeroom Coordinator.

I am originally from Manchester, NH and attended the University of Cincinnati for my Bachelors in Elementary and Special Education and Winthrop University for my Masters in Educational Leadership. I moved to Charlotte in 1995 where I started working for CMS and met my husband, who is a CMS graduate and also a CMS high school administrator. We have two daughters, both who graduated from Ardrey Kell and a goldendoodle named Ozzy.

When I’m not at school, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I enjoy walking outside and love DIY projects. I’m looking forward to a great year.