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Sonya Elzey
Room: 5002
Email: f34136@forsyth.k12.ga.us
This is my sixth year teaching Healthcare Science to middle school. Prior to that I spent 13 years in the medical field as an Exercise Physiologist with Cardiac Rehab and post Rehab patients. I love the helping other, but more importantly I LOVE teaching others about the healthcare field. I live in Forsyth County with my husband and two sons, Ethan (19) and Cooper (14). When not at school, I spend a lot of time at any sporting event or gym. I also love to hike and spend time with the family. I am so excited for my second year as a Lakeside LION!
This will also be the second year of our HOSA Student Organization.
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Deb Lacrosse
Room: 1221
Email: dlacrosse@forsyth.k12.ga.us
My name is Deborah LaCrosse and this is my first year in Connections as the Marketing teacher. Prior to this I taught 7th grade advanced and on-level math classes. I have taught for a total of eighteen years and have been teaching in Forsyth County for the last seven years. Prior to coming to Lakeside Middle, I was at Sharon Elementary in Suwanee, GA. I taught fifth grade math there, and prior to that I was in Gwinnett County where I taught fourth and fifth grades.
In terms of my personal life, I have lived in Georgia all my life and grew up in Johns Creek. I do not have any children, but I have a dog named Pickles, and recently took in the family cat, Minnie. My family is still local, and I am so thankful that I get to see them on a regular basis. In my spare time, I love to try new restaurants with friends.
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Marissa Lear
Room: 1240
Email: mlear@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Art is a nine week course which offers an atmosphere that is safe and positive for each individual student. Many students come into an art classroom with the idea that artistic talent is something one is born with, not something that is learned. In truth, everyone can learn to be artistic and how to utilize artistic techniques. I tell all my students this is your practice class. This class encourages students to learn about and explore the world of art. Students will focus on developing skills which include drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, and collage. They will have the opportunity to experiment and refine skills using a variety of art media. Elements and principles of design will be emphasized in each project.
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Jaron Lehman
Room: 1261
Email: f39401@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Jaron Lehman is in his fourth year as one of the Directors of Bands at Lakeside Middle School in Forsyth County, Georgia. He assists in instructing and directing the ensembles, including the Concert Band and the Jazz Band. Previously, he was the intermediate winds instructor at the Atlanta Music Project and a horn instructor for schools in the Metro Atlanta area.
Mr. Lehman received his bachelor's degree in Music Education from the University of Georgia. While there, he studied horn with Dr. Jean Martin-Williams, Dr. Cathy Kilroe-Smith, and Dr. James Naigus. His professional affiliations include the National Association for Music Education, Georgia Music Educators Association, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity.
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Christian O'Malley
Room: 1225
Email: f41047@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Hi! I'm Christian O'Malley and I am a first-year teacher stepping into the role of Business Education teacher for all grades (6-8) and Advisor for our school's FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) Club. Outside of school, my passions are basketball, photography, and music and I am always looking for interactive real-life ways to inject my creative passions (and my student's) into learning and understanding business and life through projects and experiences. I'm a big sports fan as well so in my free time I love attending Atlanta United games or sitting at home on a Sunday watching the Browns ruin my day and enhance the intensity of the Sunday scaries.
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Chelsea Sefzik
Room: 1263
Email: csefzik@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Chelsea Sefzik received her Master’s degree in Vocal Performance from Georgia State University and a Bachelors of Music Education degree from Evangel University in Springfield, MO. She is a certified music instructor for K-12 in the states of Missouri and Georgia with extended training in music therapy techniques for developing students. Sefzik professionally performed the operatic roles of Zerbinetta in Ariadne auf Naxos, Greta Fiorentino in Street Scene, Governess in Turn of the Screw, Amy in Little Women, Amor in L’incoronazione di Poppea, Susanna in Le Nozze di Figaro, and Monica in The Medium, over a span of 7 years before coming to Lakeside Middle School to instruct. Among noted competitions, Sefzik won the Brumby Concerto-Aria competition, placed in the Metropolitan Opera competition, and won the National NATS competition for singers. Having completed operatic tours in China, India, and Italy, Chelsea Sefzik values cultural influence in music and brings unique understanding, experience, and interpretations to both the choral and dramatic performances here at Lakeside Middle School.
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Peyton Sills
Room: 1261
Email: f43835@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Peyton Sills is a native of Clinton, Mississippi and graduated from Madison Central High School in 2019. Sills recently graduated with highest honors from the University of Southern Mississippi with a Bachelor of Music Education. In his time at Southern Miss, he was a member of the University of Southern Mississippi Wind Ensemble and Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble in addition to being named a Theodore Presser Scholar. Mr. Sills is extremely excited to join the staff at Lakeside Middle School and looks forward to serving both the students and the surrounding community!
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Kat Sullivan
Room: 5001
Email: ksullivan@forsyth.k12.ga.us
My name is Kat Sullivan. I teach Leadership here at Lakeside Middle. Teaching young people how to engage their inner awesomeness and use it to make the world a better place is my passion. I like to spend my free time with my family outdoors or watching Disney movies and eating peanut butter MnMs. I am a total coffee snob, but I only drink decaf! I love my job and cannot wait to teach your students in my class.
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Jeff Woods
Room: 1235
Email: jwoods@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Jeff Woods is the Engineering teacher serving grades six through eight at Lakeside Middle. Jeff was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio before going to college in the great state of Tennessee. He received is bachelor’s degree from Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, TN and his master’s and PhD from The University of Tennessee in Knoxville. Jeff taught academically gifted students in Knoxville from 1997-2003 before moving to Cumming. He has taught at Big Creek Elementary, South Middle, Little Mill & Vickery Creek. Before moving to Engineering, Jeff taught eighth grade Georgia Studies. He has coached basketball, golf, academic bowl and VEX robotics.
Jeff will be sponsoring the VEX robotics team and Technology Student Association (TSA) here at Lakeside and assisting with academic bowl.
In his free time, Jeff likes spending time with his 2 nieces. He also loves watching the Tennessee Volunteers participate in almost any sport. His hobbies include sports, trivia, garage sales, politics and anything history related.
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Aaron Daniels
Room: 1278
Email: adaniels@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Football Coach, Track and Field Coach, PE Teacher. He graduated from the University of GA
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Jessica Davis
Room: 1289
Email: jdavis@forsyth.k12.ga.us
PE/ Girls Weight Training teacher
Athletic Director
Clubs and Activities Director
I am currently in my 12th as a teacher, and all of these years have been at Lakeside. I spent my first 7 years in 7th grade Science, before transitioning to Athletic Director and PE/Girls Weight training. I have loved empowering girls in the weight room. We have added a full girl's weight training class every year as I now have full 6th, 7th, and 8th grade classes. I can't wait to see the future of our Girl's Weight Training Program.
I am married and have one child, Carter (3 years old) and a golden doodle pup. I love to be active and cooking.
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Chad Hall
Room: 1278
Email: chall@forsyth.k12.ga.us
I have been teaching for 23 years as an elementary and middle school teacher. I joined the Lakeside team when it first opened back in 2009 as a 7th grade Math teacher. This is my 2nd year as a P.E./Health teacher. I coach the Defensive-Line for our Lakeside Football Team, coach the 7th grade Lakeside Boys Basketball Team, and coach the Lakeside Club Soccer Team that started last year.
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Kelley Hartshorn
Room: 1289
Email: f43816@forsythk12.org
Hi everyone! My name is Mrs. Hartshorn and I am so excited to be your health and physical education teacher. This is my third year teaching, but my first year at middle school. I can't wait to learn and grow with you throughout the year. Go lions!!
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Ted Pickens
Room: 1278
Email: tpickens@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Head football Coach who has been working at Lakeside for 14 years.
