I am very excited about my fifth year of teaching and my fifth year at Brookwood Elementary. I graduated from Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas, and received my undergraduate degree in Elementary Education. I am committed to helping my students grow, and I look forward to the opportunities to learn from my students. It will be a great school year of learning, new adventures, and discoveries!

Mrs. Hickey is excited about continuing her teaching career at Brookwood Elementary this year! She previously taught 3rd and 5th grade for the last six years at Whitlow Elementary, also in Forsyth County. Mrs. Hickey received her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and a minor in Spanish from Clemson University (Go Tigers!). She recently completed her Master's in Education, also through Clemson University. Mrs. Hickey is gifted endorsed. When not teaching, Mrs. Hickey enjoys hiking, traveling, spending time with family and her sweet dog, Magnolia. Come find Mrs. Hickey when you want to talk about college sports!

I received a B.A. in Psychology from Fordham University and a B.A. in Early Childhood Education from Western Governors University. My teaching career started as a preschool teacher for our church. I joined Brookwood in 2016 and have taught both 4^th and 5^th grade students. Although I have taught all subjects in both grade levels, my favorite subject to teach is Math. I left Brookwood for just one year to teach at a school in my son’s school district. It wasn’t long before I felt homesick for Brookwood, so I am thrilled to be returning to Brookwood this year as a 5^th grade teacher. My youngest just graduated from high school and will be going to Georgia State in the Fall. Being an empty nester will take some getting used to, but on the bright side, I will have more time to enjoy some of my favorite activities! In my free time I love to take ceramics classes, go to the gym, try new recipes, read, and watch movies.

My name is Tamia McClain. I was originally born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and moved to Forsyth County in 2009. I graduated from the University of North Georgia. I have a dual degree in special and general education in grades P-5. I am so thrilled to announce that I'll be teaching 5th grade again this school year. I am so thrilled to take on my second year as a Bobcat!!

I am so happy to begin my fourth year with the fifth grade team. This will be my 14th year of teaching! I graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor's Degree in Communication Science and Disorders in 1999. I then earned a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Georgia State University in 2002. I have previously worked in kindergarten, first grade, and fourth grade. I am excited each and every year to share my passion for reading and learning with my students. I can't wait to make this last year of elementary school their absolute favorite. 

I am very excited to start my 3rd year as a Bobcat and 3rd year in 5th grade. This will be my 10th year in Forsyth County - I was a parapro at Kelly Mill Elementary before moving to Brookwood! I graduated from Grand Canyon University with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. I am looking forward to another great year in 5th grade! You can find me at the ball field when I'm not in the classroom, either watching my husband coach - Go West!- or cheering on our daughter as she cheers on the Lanier Lions. I LOVE college football and spending time with my family at home or the beach!