Ms. Poling
Recognized North Carolina History Teacher
of the Year
NEW YORK, NY (AUGUST 8, 2006) – Lindy
Poling, a social studies teacher and department
chair at Millbrook High School in Raleigh has
been named North Carolina History Teacher of
the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American
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Rising
Seniors Enrolled in A. P. European History
for Next Year - Coming Soon
MHS Activities (clubs, sports, etc.): Model UN & Darfur Awareness Club
Started At Millbrook: 2005
Personal Bio : Nephitearya Bailey began
teaching at Millbrook in 2005. Originally
from Wilmington, NC, she graduated from Meredith
College with a B.A. in History and a minor
in Theater. While in college, she traveled
throughout Europe and Africa and loves to
use her pictures in her lessons. Ms. Bailey
is the co-advisor for the Model United Nations
club and teaches World History in the Wildcat
Academy.
Matt Crawley
Degree(s) & Awarding University: B.A. in Political Science and Sociology, UNC-Chapel Hill (2001), Master of Arts in Teaching, UNC-Chapel Hill (2002)
Subject Area(s): Social Studies (U.S. History, Sociology)
MHS Activities (clubs, sports, etc.):
Started At Millbrook: 2002
Personal bio: Mr. Crawley is a Millbrook graduate. Outside of school, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Lisa, and his daughter, Paige. He is also a life-long Tar Heel fan.
Chris East
Degree(s) & Awarding University: Virginia Tech (1990)
Personal bio: Originally from Winston-Salem, Ms. Blankenship has been teaching since 2003 and enjoys traveling and studying world cultures. In her free time she enjoys outdoor sports and spending time with her husband, Matt, and their son, Fox.
Gene Kikolski
Degree(s) & Awarding University: B.E. University of Toledo (1965), M.A. University of Toledo (1968)
Subject Area(s): US History, AP Economics, AP Government & Politics
MHS Activities (clubs, sports, etc.): Junior Bank Board, Fed Challenge
Started At Millbrook: 1993
Personal bio: Gene Kikolski began
teaching at Millbrook in 1993. Originally
from Toledo, Ohio, he graduated from the
University of Toledo in 1965 and earned a
Master’s Degree in 1968 from the same
university. Mr. Kikolski teaches AP Economics,
AP Government & Politics, and US History.
He received his National Board for Professional
Teaching Standards credential in 1999.
Greg Lawless
Degree(s) & Awarding University: B.A. North Carolina State University
Subject Area(s): Honors U.S. History, Lessons of Vietnam/Recent International Relations (LOV/RIR)
MHS Activities: Bridges Newsletter/National History Club, MHS Service Club
Started At Millbrook: 1984
Personal bio: LOV/RIR and Honors U.S. History teacher Ms. Lindy Poling is a strong supporter of the “Community-in-the-Classroom” approach and has contributed to a variety of national publications. In 2004, Ms. Poling was one of 20 teachers nationwide chosen for the USA Today All-USA Teacher First Team. She was recently recognized as the 2006 North Carolina History Teacher of the Year and 2007 National History Club Advisor of the Year. Ms. Poling is the advisor for the nationally acclaimed student-produced Bridges Newsletter. (http://mhs.wcpss.net/academics/poling/index.htm).
Brian Schneidewind
Degree(s) & Awarding University: B.A. Social Relations- Michigan State University, Masters- Curriculum and Teaching- Michigan State University
Personal bio: Mr. Schneidewind was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan where he went on to attend Michigan State University. He also coached track and field, cross county and soccer while in Michigan. He enjoys traveling, the outdoors and music.
Personal bio: Valerie Schreiber has
been teaching at MHS since the fall of 1999. She
is a graduate of Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. She
received her National Board certification in
2005. Ms. Schreiber teaches Civics
and Economics and Honors Law and Justice and
currently serves as advisor for Student Government.
Kelley Walker
Degree(s) & Awarding University: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, UNC-Chapel Hill 1982; Teaching Certification, Meredith College 1990; Masters in Education, N.C. State University 1996
Personal bio: Kelley Walker began
teaching at Millbrook in 1990. Originally from
Raleigh, she graduated from the University
of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and has remained
an avid Tar Heel ever since. Ms. Walker teaches
A. P. European History and World History. She
received her National Board for Professional
Teaching Standards credential in 2001.
Josh Pardue
Degree(s) & Awarding University: BA University of North Carolina at Greensboro, History Major
Subject Area(s): World History, Honors World History
MHS Activities: Asst. Football, Head J.V. Baseball
Started at Millbrook: 2007
Personal Bio: In my free time I love watching any sporting event, especially when that event has to deal with the Red Sox. I also enjoy going to the beach whenever I can possibly do so.
Lisa Learst
Degree(s) & Awarding University: University of Michigan, BA 1996, BA 2002 Wayne State University, MA 2004
Subject Area(s): Social Studies - Civics & Economics
MHS Activities:
Started At Millbrook: 2007
Personal Bio: I'm new to NC after a lifetime in various parts of Michigan - it was time to leave winter behind. I taught for 5 years in Detroit, and am a HUGE Michigan fan - GO BLUE!
Michael Kirst
Degree's & Awarding University: Master's: Educational Administration / University of Redlands, Credential: Secondary Education / University of Redlands, Bachelor's: History / University of Redlands
MHS Activities: Head JV Football Coach, Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Started at Millbrook: 2007
Personal Bio:Graduate of the University of Redlands, located in Southern California. From 2003 - 2007, employed by the University of Redlands Athletic Department. Born and raised in Arizona and attended Ironwood High School in Glendale, Arizona. Enjoys playing golf, fishing, camping and spending time with family.
