Academy for College and Career Exploration

Where Learning Comes to Life

Staff Contact Information
Denise B. Brown - Attendance Monitor
Room: 304
Email address: dbbrown@accebaltimore.com
Kamilah Bruce - Science Instructor
Subjects: Science and Sustainability & Chemistry
Room: 309/310
Email address: milah328@yahoo.com
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Biology from Hampton University
Master's Degree: MA of Teachingfrom Morgan State University
Ashley Cheeks - Office Assistant
Room: 105
Email address: moniquedavenport@tmail.com 
Education: Medical Assistant Certification from Medix 
Other interesting information: Enjoys singing.
Michael Corbin - LCT English
Subjects: English
Room: 123
Email address: mcx5@verison.net
Degrees: One BA and two MAs, ask him for more details
Michelle Cotton - Humanities Instructor
Subjects: English IV with a focus in Law
Room: 120
Email address: mcotton2@jhu.edu
Bachelor's Degree: A.B. in English from College of William and Mary
Master's Degree: Ed.M. Harvard Graduate School of Education
Master's Degree: M.A. in English from Brandeis University
Law Degree: J.D. from New York University of Law
Doctorate Degree: Ph.D. in English from Brandeis University

Other Information: I have taught in high schools in New York, Massachusetts, and Maryland, and at colleges in Massachusetts and Maryland.
Sarah Curry - Technology Instructor
Subjects: Principles of Technology, Advanced Technology
Room: 216/219
Email address: scurry@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Computer Information Systems from College of Notre Dame of MD
Other interesting information: Enjoys drawing and singing.
  John Davis - Science Instructor
Subjects: Biology and Freshman Science

Elise DeLamatre - English Instructor
Subjects: English III & AP English
Room: 124
Email address: edelamatre@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in English and Political Science from Wittenberg University
Master's Degree: MA in Teaching from John's Hopkins University
Other Interesting Information: Enjoys running, softball, reading, photography, and experimenting in the kitchen.
Domari Dickinson - Math Instructor/ LCT
Subjects: Algebra I
Room: 205
Email address: acce_math@hotmail.com
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Math and Computer Science from Spelman College
Master's Degree: MS in Computer Science from Johns Hopkins University
Danielia Donegal - Spanish Instructor
Subjects: Spanish and Career Awareness
Room: 120
Email address: danieliad@yahoo.com
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Spanish from Cornell University
Other interesting information: Enjoys reading, singing, languages, traveling, and humanitarian activities. My goal is to be able to speak five languages and work for the World Bank as a cultural antropologist.
Amanda Ellison - Internship & Technology Coordinator
Room: 113
Email address: aellison@bcps.k12.md.us
Phone: 410-303-6635
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Biology and BA in Theatre from Muhlenberg College
Master's Degree: MA in Teaching from John’s Hopkins University
Master's Degree: MS in Public Health from John’s Hopkins University (expected 2011)
Other interesting information: Enjoys reading, skiing, and biking.
Joshua Fuerst - Academic Counselor
Room: 126
Email address: jpfuerst@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Human Development from Binghamton University
Master's Degree: MA in School Counseling from Syracuse University
Other interesting information: Enjoys baseball, volleyball, and playing guitar.
LaTonya Gibson - English Instructor
Subjects: English II
Room: 217
Email address: mrsldgibson@yahoo.com
Bachelor's Degree: BA in English Education from Coppin State University
Master's Degree: MA in Teaching from Morgan State University
Chevonne Glover - Math Instructor
Subjects: Algebra II
Room: 314
Email address: msglover_math@yahoo.com
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Math from Salisbury State University
Master's Degree: MS in Applied IT from Townson University
Danielle Renee Green - Coordinating Administrator of Instruction
11th Grade Administrator (Class of 2009)
Room: 315
Email address: drgreen@accebaltimore.com
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Elementary Education from Medgar Evers College of the City University of New York
Master's Degree: MS in Education: School Administration and Supervision from City College of the City University of New York
Master's Degree: MS in Education: Literacy Education from Adelphi University
Doctorate: Doctor of Education: Urban Educational Leadership; Focus Educational Planning and Management from Morgan State University Anticipated May 2008


Tawana Herring - O.A. III
Room: 100A
Email address: therring@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Law from Villa Julie College
Master's Degree: MS in Forensic from Villa Julie College
Frank Kaufman - School Psychologist
Room: 304
Email address: fkaufman@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Psychology from University of Maryland, College Park.
Master's Degree: MA in Clinical Psychology from Towson University
Other interesting information: Enjoys composing music.
Chad Kenney - Math Instructor
Subjects: Algebra I, Pre-Algebra
Room: 205
Email address: ckenney4@gmail.com
Phone Number: 610-212-9198
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Mathematics from John's Hopkins University
Master's Degree (in progress): MA in Teaching from John's Hopkins University
Other Interesting Information: Enjoys pro/college sports, politics, reading, music, guitar, and exploring Baltimore.

Amanda Klein - Transition Team Intern
Room: 105
Email address: amandalklein@gmail.com
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Political Science from Johns Hopkins University
Master's Degree: MA in Public Policy from Johns Hopkins University
Other interesting information: Enjoys reading, music, and studying education reform.
Chris Kosmides - English Instructor
Subjects: English IV
Room: 205
Email address: ckosmides@yahoo.com
Bachelor's Degree: New School University
Master's Degree: St. John's College
Other interesting information: I like dirt-biking and motocross.
Sara Laing - Mathematics Instructor
Subjects: 6th grade Math
Room: 21
Email address: SELaing@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Psychology from Marist College
Master's Degree: MA in Teaching expected from Johns Hopkins University (2012)
Other interesting information: Attended two high schools concurrently- public high school and a performing arts school with entrance by audition only. 
Lena Lumongsod - Science Instructor
Subjects: Biology
Room: 109
Email address: lumongsod1@yahoo.com 
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Biology from Saint Louis University and BS in Nursing from Family Clinic Colleges, Inc.
Master's Degree: MA in Education and MA in Divinity 
Other interesting information: Enjoys listening to music, writing poems, teaching, computers, and reading science fiction stories.
Ira Lynch - Student Support Assistant
Room: 315
Email address: IALynch@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Communications
Other interesting information: He plays semi-pro football and has a young son named Elijah born in August 2009. 
Charlotte Minor - Secretary
Room: 100
Email address:
Jaylen McGrew- English Instructor
Subjects: English I & III
Room: 112
Email address: JLMcGrew@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Psychology and English from University of Florida
Master's Degree: MA in Teaching in progress from Johns Hopkins Unversity

Ivor Mitchell - Principal
Room: Main Office
Email address: imitchell@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in History (minor in secondary education) from Morgan State University
Master's Degree: MA in Secondary Education from University of Bridgeport
Other Education: Admin I Certificate from Goucher College and Admin II Certification from NLNS.
Other interesting information:
Enjoys being part of social movements, physical training and exercise (jiu jitsu practitioner since 2000, weightlifting competitor, and pursuing personal trainer certification), and reading (about education, global social movements, spirituality, and philosophy). Read "Malcolm X Speaks" at the age of 16 and my life was changed forever.
I want to see ACCE become a launching pad for future leaders (staff and students) that will improve life for all people!


VA Odum - Math Instructor
Subjects: Geometry, Algebra Mastery
Room: 124
Email address: VOdum@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Elementary and Mathematics from Morgan State University
Master's Degree: MA in Secondary Mathematics from Coppin State University
Other Interesting Information: Enjoys writing, singing, dancing, and painting.
Carol Olszynski- Attendance Monitor/Registrar
Room: 105/111
Email address: colszynski@bcps.k12.md.us
Other Interesting Information: Enjoys flowers.
Tiffany Page-Cooper - CST Coordinator
Room: 104
Email address:
Bachelor's Degree:
Master's Degree:
Other interesting information: 
Alfredo Qunitero - Math Instructor
Subjects: Algebra II & Pre-Calculus
Room: 106
Email address: AQuintero@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Environmental Science
Master's Degree: MA in Teaching
Other interesting information: Enjoys running, basketball, and backpacking in the great outdoors. 
Jennifer Reed - School Counselor
9th-12th Academic Advisor
Room: 127

Email address: jreed@bcps.k12.md.us
Phone: 443-962-1911
Bachelor's Degree: BA in History Education from Hampton University
Master's Degree: The Ohio State University
Tara Rideout - Instruction Coordinator
Room: 105
Email address: trideout@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Elementary Education from Morgan State University
Master's Degree: MA in Reading from Towson University
Master's Degree: MA in Organizational Leadership from University of Pheonix
Other Interesting Information: Enjoys traveling, reading, and shopping.

Erin Rogers - Academic Advisor
Room: 127
Email address: EERogers@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Psychology from University of Maryland, College Park
Master's Degree: MA in Education School Counseling from Loyola College
Other interesting information: Enjoys running half-marathons, playing soccer, traveling, and doing cross-word puzzles. 
Lyne Salero - Math Instructor
Subjects: Algebra II
Room: 317
Email address: LCSalero@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Secondary Education
Master's Degree: MS in Mathematics Education

Laura Schulz - Resident Principal
Room: 315
Email address: lschulz@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Special Education from University of Florida
Master's Degree: MS in Administration and Supervision from Johns Hopkins University
Other Interesting Information: Enjoys movies and spending time with friends.

Sarah Scott - English & History Instructor
Subjects: English I & U.S. History
Room: 214
Email address:
Bachelor's Degree:
Master's Degree:
Other interesting information: 

Ayana Shannon - Collegebound College Access Program Specialist

Room: 127
Email address: ashannon@collegeboundfoundation.org
Phone: 443-865-5284
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Pyschology from Bowie State University
Master's Degree: MA in Counseling Pyschology from Bowie State University
Other interesting information: Enjoys helping our youth succeed in the next phase of their lives! Also enjoys working out, snowboarding, reading, and having fun.
 
Larry Smith - Math Instructor
Subjects: Algebra II
Room: 106
Email address: LarESmith@msn.com 
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University
Master's Degree: MA in Counseling from University of Missouri-St. Louis
Master's Degree: MA in Family Therapy from Washington University
Other interesting information: Enjoys guitar, singing, reading, and writing comedic plays. 
Matthew Stern - English Instructor
Subjects: English I & II
Room: 318
Email address: MAStern@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in English and Government and Politics from University of Maryland, College Park
Master's Degree: MA in Teaching from Johns Hopkins University
Other interesting information: Enjoys cooking, independent music, reading, exploring, politics, and art.
Amy Sykes - School Counselor
Room: 100
Email address: wholistic_2000@yahoo.com
Phone: 410-962-1908
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Sociology from VUU
Master's Degree: MA in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola College
Other interesting information: Ms. Sykes serves students and families by providing counseling services.

Marie A. Taylor - English Instructor
Subjects: English III
Room: 318
Email address: mtaylor@accebaltimore.com
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Secondary Education from Central State University
Master's Degree: MA in Educational Leadership from Antioch McGregor University
Matthew Troy-Regier - Science Instructor
Subjects: Science & Sustainability
Room: 209/210
Email address: mjtr.acce@gmail.com
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Biology from Clark University
Master's Degree (in progress): MA in Teaching from Johns Hokins University (Expected 2010)
Other interesting information: Enjoys ultimate frisbee, biking, politics, and learning about climate change and biochemistry of memory. 
Edward Vrtis - History Instructor
Subjects: Freshman Seminar & American Government
Room: 216
Email address: EPVrtis@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Political Science and Communication from Lake Forest College
Master's Degree: MA in Teaching from Johns Hopkins University
Master's Degree: MA in Government: Law & Justice in Progress from Johns Hopkins University
Other interesting information: Enjoys politics, swimming, public policy, reading, community service, and education reform.

Thomas L. Westley - Case Manager
Room: 316
Email address: twestley@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Business Management from
Jonathan Willis - English Instructor
Subjects: English IV & English II
Room: 316
Email address: JWillis@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in English Literature
Master's Degree: MA in Education and Modern Jewish History
Other interesting information: Involved with community aquatic theatre, cycling, underwater basket weaving, and cat juggling. 
Liz Winkler - Math LCT
Subjects: Algebra I, Pre-Calculus
Room: 203
Email address: ekwinkler@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BS in Mathematics and BA in English from University of Kansas
Master's Degree (in progress): MA in Teaching from Johns Hopkins University (Expected 2009)
Cheyanne Zahrt - Transition Coordinator
Room: 126
Email address: czahrt@bcps.k12.md.us
Bachelor's Degree: BA in Environmental Science and Religion from Pacific Lutheran University
Master's Degree: MA in Teaching from Johns Hopkins University
Other interesting information: Enjoys running, cooking, and knitting. Looking forward to watching the Baltimore youth succeed!