Phone: 770-382-6233

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Degrees and Certifications:

Berry College 1998 Master's Degree in Reading Salisbury State University 1990 Bachelor's Degree in Secondary English Education Certifications Reading Specialist P-12 Gifted Endorsement English 6-12

Mrs. Randi Sonenshine, Teacher Support Specialist

Hello! 

I moved to Cartersville in 1993 from Maryland's Eastern Shore, trading the Chesapeake Bay and Blue Crabs for Lake Alatoona and sweet tea! Although it was quite an adjustment at first, I now feel very much at home in our wonderful little town. I do miss being 30 minutes away from the ocean, though...and CRABS, of course!

My husband, Marty, and I have two sons, ages 20 and 27. The youngest is a junior at GA Tech, and the oldest is in the world of work! Both of them spent their school careers at Cartersville City Schools, and I wouldn't have had it any other way! 

This year begins my 31st year in education. I began as a 7th and 8th grade Language Arts in Maryland, but when I moved to Georgia, I taught English at Cartersville High School.  I loved my time at CHS, especially my students, many of whom I often get to see as parents now, either in the car rider line or at family events at CMS. 

This is my 20th year at Cartersville Middle School in an instructional support role. During this time I have had the privilege and pleasure of working alongside many incredible teachers and staff members and so many memorable students!

In addition to my work at CMS, I am also a children's author. If you'd like to learn more about my books or my author life, please visit my website: www.randisonenshine.com. 

Phone: 770-382-3666

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Degrees and Certifications:

B.S.Ed. in Middle Grades Language Arts & Social Studies from UGA M.Ed in Middle Grades Social Studies from KSU Gifted Certification Teacher Leader Certification

Mrs. April Burel, Student Support Specialist

Hello Friends!
 
I have been fortunate to be part of the CMS faculty for seventeen years. This year, I am thrilled to be returning as the Student Support Specialist! I am a veteran educator of 25 years, teaching students of various age groups, from kindergarten to college. I am originally from Charlotte, North Carolina and moved to Georgia many years ago to attend college. I earned my BSED degree from the University of Georgia and my M.Ed. from Kennesaw State University. 
 
My passion for education is ignited at the beginning of each new school year, and I believe in the positive impact educators have on a student's future. One quote that has inspired my professional journey is by e.e. cummings: "We do not believe in ourselves until someone reveals that deep inside us something is valuable, worth listening to, worthy of our trust, sacred to our touch. Once we believe in ourselves, we can risk curiosity, wonder, and spontaneous delight or any experience that reveals the human spirit."
 
I always look forward to working with the students, parents and staff of CMS! 
 
 
 
 

Phone: 770-382-3666

Email:

Degrees and Certifications:

University of West Georgia 2020 Specialist in Instructional Technology Kennesaw State University 2009 Masters in Secondary English Education Kennesaw State University 2006 Bachelors in Secondary English Education Reinhardt College 2001 Bachelors in Business Administration Gifted Endorsement 2010 STEM Endorsement 2023

Mrs. Angela Jacobs, Instructional Technology Specialist

While I am originally from East Tennessee, Cartersville has been my home since I was sixteen.  My husband, Derek, and I have a wonderful daughter, Journee.  We love this small town and are happy to raise our daughter here.   

As a high school English teacher, I found that using technology to help students was both interesting and effective.  I made it a priority to incorporate technology in my classroom and share those ideas with my fellow teachers. After teaching English for fourteen years, I transitioned to the role of Instructional Technology Specialist at Cartersville Middle School.  In this position, my focus is to support teachers with using technology effectively to increase student learning.    

Go Canes!