Relationships are the key to learning. I believe that every student deserves to have a trusted adult and a champion for their learning, not only in academics but in life. "In a world where you can be anything, be kind". I am honored to serve as the principal of Lakeside and our entire community.  I have my Bachelors in Middle-Grade Education, Masters in Reading Education and Ed.D in Educational Leadership. Life is truly better at the LAKE. 

431515    mthompson78@forsyth.k12.ga.us

This is my 13th year at Lakeside Middle School. Since we opened our doors in 2009, I have served the Lakeside community in many different capacities, including 7th Grade Science and Social Studies teacher, Graduation Coach, and most recently, Assistant Principal. Before opening Lakeside, I taught elementary school at Chestatee and Johns Creek. I have my Masters degree in Middle Grades Education and my Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont University.

431527   kdriesse@forsyth.k12.ga.us

This year will be my first year at Lakeside and my 14th overall in education. I am honored to join the Lakeside Family as the 7th Grade Assistant Principal! Prior to being at Lakeside, I was an administrator at North Forsyth Middle School for 2 years and a chemistry teacher at Forsyth Central High School for 6 years. I have a Master’s degree in Science Education from the University of GA (Go Dawgs!) and received my Educational Leadership certificate  from the University of North Georgia.

431509   rmcdeermond@forsyth.k12.ga.us

This is my 12th year at Lakeside Middle School. I have served as a 7th grade Language Arts teacher, Language Arts Department Chair, Graduation Coach, and now as the 6th Grade Assistant Principal . I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary English Education from the University of North Georgia. I also have a Master’s Degree in Middle Grades Education as well as a Specialist Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont University.

431507   aparker@forsyth.k12.ga.us