Welcome! My name is Shannon Archer, and this is my 17th year teaching, all of which have been in Forsyth County Schools. My beautiful family starts with my extraordinary husband, Chris, who plays many roles as a Fire Marshal, Arson Investigator, and Fire Prevention Specialist. I have three children; Kristen, 22, who attends the University of Georgia; Patrick, 15, a freshman at North Forsyth High School in the Fall and Payton, 10, who will be a 5th grader here on the mountain in August. Kristen is pursuing a degree that will allow her to become a speech pathologist. Patrick is ready to eat food that doesn't taste like "jail food" like the middle school (his words), and Payton plays Academy Soccer for Dawson County, where he plays goalie and defender. 
I have a passion for making the classroom feel comfortable and inviting, fostering growth and development in students. Parent and school relationships, teacher and student relationships, inclusion, communication, social skills, functional skills, academics, and behavior are areas I place a strong focus on each day. We are dedicated to your students here on the mountain and helping the whole child learn and grow. We can't wait for the new year! 

Hi friends! My name is Sydney Bramblett and I am going into my 4th year teaching, and my 2nd year here at Coal Mountain. I was born and raised here in Forsyth County, and I am also 4th generation teacher within my family in Forsyth County. I love spending time with my family and friends, going to church, and going kayaking and hiking any chance I get. I also love going to the gym. I love being a Coal Mountain Miner and I can’t wait for a fantastic school year!  

Hello, my name is Danielle Cox and I am so excited about the upcoming school year as a Coal Mountain Miner. I am a native of Forsyth County and a product of our fantastic school systems! I became a teacher in 2010 after several years in the medical field as a medical assistant. I have a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education from Kennesaw State University, a Master's in Early Childhood Education and a Specialist's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont College. Currently, I am pursuing a Doctorate degree in special education from Liberty University. I have been a special education teacher since 2019, prior to that I served as an inclusion classroom teacher in 1st and 3rd grades. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my blended family of six (two children in their twenties and two teenagers) and our two fur-babies. In what free time I have, I love to cook, read anything I can get my hands on, and spend time outside in my garden and with the chickens. 

I have been teaching since 2004 and have loved every minute. I have two boys who also attend Coal Mountain and it is so fun having them at the same school as me. In my down time I love to watch college football especially the Dawgs. I also enjoy spending time with family and friends. My family loves to travel and we can't wait to plan our next big trip. 

LisaKay has been a Speech Language Pathologist since 1994 and enjoys working with children and families. She loves life with her husband, their two amazing daughters, a Beagle named RileyAnn and a Pitty named Pete.

My name is Robin Forrester. This will be my 5th year teaching at Coal Mountain. In total I have been teaching for 17 years. I have my Masters in Education from Bureau University. I love spending time with my husband, Calvin and our 2 daughters, Katie and Carly.  We enjoy spending time at the beach, going to church, playing games, and just hanging out together. I am looking forward to another exciting year on the Mountain.  

Hello, my name is Courtney Gourley. I have been teaching for 16 years and starting my 2nd year at Coal Mountain! My husband, Kyle, is a teacher and coach at North Forsyth High School. We love the Raiders!! If you go to the games, you will see our daughters, Whitney (6th grade) and Ally Brooke (4th grade) under the scoreboard! I'm looking forward to a great year on the mountain!!

My name is Michelle Hilger and this will be my 7th year teaching at Coal Mountain Elementary and 11th year teaching in Forsyth County. I graduated from North Georgia in Early Childhood Development and Special Education. I am a Forsyth County native and love being involved in our community. My husband and I have been married for 15 wonderful years and we have one amazing son who will be a middle schooler this year. We love to travel, camp, read, and spend time with my family and friends. I look forward to another fabulous year on the Mountain! 

Mrs. Krauth graduated from Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. She received her Master's Degree in Teaching and Learning, holds an ESOL endorsement, and is certified in Special Education. 

Mrs. Krauth has been teaching since 2009. Her teaching experiences include; high school ESOL, EIP in upper elementary,  virtual teaching across all elementary levels to support Special Education students, a variety of grade levels both in the elementary general education and special education setting. Mrs. Krauth currently is thrilled to work with students that have special needs! 

Mrs. Krauth grew up in Cumming and is honored to work in the school system that has molded her as a student and also a teacher. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two children on the lake. Mrs. Krauth is looking forward to a spectacular school year at Coal Mountain where she and her students can learn and grow together!

I love teaching speech and language at Coal Mountain.  I love it so much that this is my 28th year here and I am still as excited to see progress in students as I was my first year.  I grew up in Forsyth County and have raised my personal children in this school system.  My husband also teaches in this county.  Forsyth County Schools are near and dear to my heart.  I have many experiences that have shaped me professionally and increased my expertise in the area of speech and language and I look forward to the next years growing with my students and we all progress and strive to be better.  I LAMP -certified for AAC and am skilled at social behavior and enriching communication skills.  I enjoy being outdoors, hanging with friends as well as exploring new things and new places.  Looking forward to a new year next year! LET's DO THIS!

Hi!  My name is Diana Noe and this is my fourth year at Coal Mountain and my 12th year teaching speech and language in schools. I received my undergraduate degree from Ole Miss - Hotty Toddy! -  and I hold Master's degrees in Speech/Language Pathology and in Dyslexia Therapy.  I received my Specialist degree in Language and Literacy in 2018.  My husband Scott and I have two daughters, Leigh Ellen who lives in Chattanooga and is getting married in December, and Eliza who is a journalist in Summit County, CO.  Scott and I love living in the North Georgia mountains with its beautiful scenery and wildlife.   I look forward to the new school year and helping my students reach their communication goals!

This is my 22nd year in Forsyth County Schools, and I am excited to be at Coal Mountain for a third year!  I will be working with a variety of grade levels.  My goal is to help each student be their best in expressing what they have to say.  I enjoy getting to know each of my students on an individual basis.  When I am not at school, I am spending time with family, reading a good book or going on a hike.

Hello!  My name is Tysha Roberts, this will be my 16th year teaching and 3rd year at Coal Mountain Elementary.  Originally I am from Florida where I graduated from UF (Go Gators!) with my undergrad and my Master's in Teaching Exceptional Children from UWF.  My husband and I moved to GA in 1999 where we have raised 3 amazing kids. In our free time, we love boating, lake life, traveling, and saltwater fishing.  I am looking forward to another amazing year here on the Mountain!

My name is Paige Turner, and this will be my 6th year here at Coal Mountain Elementary School and my 14th year teaching. I am a Berry College graduate and got my master’s degree from UGA! My husband, William, and I have 2 wonderful children. My daughter, Avery, is in second grade and my son, Lucas, is in PreK! I work as an interrelated teacher for the upper grades. When I am not at school you can find me playing outside with my kids, playing tennis, and soccer. I am extremely excited to be a part of this community and can’t wait to have another great year at CMES!!

Hi! I have been teaching since 2008 & have spent all of my years in special education. I am an NGCSU graduate, got my Master's degree from Walden University, and my Specialist degree from Piedmont University. My husband teaches and coaches tennis at West Forsyth HS so I love cheering on his team. We have 3 amazing kids- Landon (9), Charlie (5), and Piper (1)- and 2 energetic pups, Peach & Daisy. When I am not in school, you might find me playing outside with my kids and dogs or playing tennis. I’m looking forward to another great year at CMES!