I am Becky Akins and I have been teaching for over 20 years. I received my Bachelor's degree from North Georgia College and State University. I have taught 4th grade, 2nd grade, 3^rd grade, and Kindergarten. I love working with children and watching them learn and grow. I am married to Mark and we have two wonderful boys. I am looking forward to a wonderful school year!

I am thrilled to be joining the second-grade team at Matt! With 18 years of teaching experience in Florida, spanning from PreK to 5th grade, I bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to this role. Originally hailing from Augusta, GA, I pursued my Bachelor's in Elementary Education at Georgia Southern University before embarking on my teaching journey in Orlando, FL.

During my time in Orlando, I not only found my professional calling but also met my wonderful husband of 10 years. Together, we've built a beautiful family with three beautiful girls aged 9, 6, and 3, accompanied by two dogs and a bunny. The prospect of relocating back to my home state to be closer to my family fills us all with excitement and joy.

Beyond the classroom, I find solace and joy in outdoor activities with my loved ones. Teaching is more than just a profession to me; it's a vocation, a calling that I wholeheartedly embrace. I am eager to embark on this new adventure alongside my students at Matt and make a positive impact on their educational journey. Here's to new beginnings and endless possibilities!

I have lived in Forsyth County most of my life and just recently moved to North Forsyth with my husband, daughter Evelyn, and our three dogs.

Hi! My name is Jill Lyons and I am so excited to be teaching 2nd grade this year! I have a dual Bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education and a minor in Child development from the University of New Hampshire at Plymouth. Besides teaching, I love to spend time with my husband, Steve, my 3 children: Katelyn, Stevie and Matthew and our friends. I also enjoy hiking, traveling, the beach and time at the lake. I look forward to meeting my students and having a fabulous school year!

Hello, I’m Mrs. Mormando! I am thrilled to meet and teach my second-graders this year. I hold a bachelor's degree from The University of Georgia and a Master's and Specialist degree from Georgia Southern University. Over the past six years in Savannah, I've taught fourth grade for one year and third grade for five years. With this experience, I feel well-prepared to guide and support my second-graders. In Savannah, I enjoyed raising fourteen chickens, and I’m excited to spend time with the chickens in our school garden. I also fostered dogs from a local rescue, and at one point, I had ten dogs! I look forward to getting involved in the community here. Outside of teaching, I love spending time outdoors with my dogs and my daughter, Freya. I look forward to a wonderful school year with all of you!

Hello Matt Mariners! My name is Rachel Rickett, and I’m so excited to be on the second grade team again this year. I attained my Associate’s Degree from the University of North Georgia, and then went on to receive my Bachelor’s Degree from Western Governor’s University where I majored in Early Childhood Education with an endorsement in General Special Education. My Master’s Degree in Elementary Mathematics is through Western Governor’s as well. In my free time, I love spending time with my husband Dawson and my sweet little Yorkie baby Bentley. I can’t wait to meet all of you and kick off this year because I know it’s going to be fabulous!

I am so excited to be a part of the Matt Elementary family! My name is Brooke Spiers and this will be my third year teaching at Matt and my thirteenth year overall.  I am a Georgia native and earned my bachelor's in early childhood education from the University of Georgia! GOOOO Dawgs!!! I began my teaching career in Cobb County as a kindergarten and first-grade teacher. I have spent much of my time in kindergarten, first and second. I was a STEM teacher in Paulding County to students in 3rd-5th grades. Additionally, I was an EIP teacher to students in grades kindergarten through 5th. I spent several years private tutoring while I was a long-term substitute as well. 

 I am married to my husband Stephen, and we have four children: Jordan, Emmi, Addie, and Faith. I love anything bright and beachy! Pink is my favorite color, as you will see in my wardrobe and classroom! My favorites are shopping, singing, relaxing with a good movie, cheering my Dawgs on at a UGA game, traveling, going to the temple or church activities, and spending time with my family. I am looking forward to a Flamazing year of new learning adventures with your child in second grade!