Room: 5005

Email: kbaker@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Kelley Baker is in her 20^th year in the education system. This is her 7^th year at Lakeside Middle School.  Kelley is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), she received her BA in Psychology from Presbyterian College, received her Master’s in Education from Georgia State, and is currently completing her Specialist degree at the University of West Georgia.  Kelley is a Georgia native being born and raised in Roswell, GA.  She enjoys spending time with her husband and her fur babies at home working in the yard.  Kelley also is very passionate about her non-profit ISAY-USAY and making changes in the community. 

Room: 2203

Email: jbstephens@forsyth.k12.ga.us

This is Mrs. Stephens 8th year at Lakeside as an ELA and Special Education teacher. Prior to teaching middle school, Mrs. Stephens taught at the elementary and preschool levels. She believes that it is so important to build strong relationships with her students, and she strives to make a difference in the lives of her students each and every day. 

Room: 3003

Email: kwilson@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Mrs. Wilson has an undergraduate degree in Communication Disorders from Harding University, and a Master of Science degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. While this is Mrs. Wilson’s 16^th year at Lakeside, she has been a Speech-Language Pathologist for 25 years. She has worked at both the elementary and high school levels but has experience in both hospital and rehabilitation settings as well. She loves working with her middle school students, building connections to ensure they know she cares, they matter, and their voice is important! She truly believes it’s better at the Lake! In her free time, she enjoys exercising, reading, and spending time with her husband and two college-aged sons.

Room: 3005

Email: blundberg@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Mrs. Lundberg is excited for year number 3 at Lakeside MS!  Prior to moving to Lakeside in 2022, Mrs. Lundberg spent 18 school years as a Speech-Language Pathologist at Sharon ES, where she also devoted most of her years working as department chair and participating in leadership opportunities. At Sharon, she also had the ultimate honor of being named Teacher of the Year 2019-20.  Before working at Sharon ES, she spent more than 3 years in Fulton County Schools in elementary, middle, and high schools, then took 8 years off to start a family. Mrs. Lundberg earned her B.A. at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. After graduating, she moved to Georgia and attended Georgia State University, where she earned her M.Ed. in Speech-Language Pathology, as well as earning National Honors. She currently holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), Georgia State Licensure, and teaching certificate. Mrs. Lundberg has been married for over 30 years and has two grown daughters. She enjoys sharing her semi-empty nest with lots of furry friends.

Room: 3001

Email: ccole@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Ms. Cole has two boys: one at Mashburn and the other at Lakeside. She has taught both elementary and middle school. She opened Hendricks Middle three years ago and found her home in Special Education two years ago. She is excited to be closer to home next year and looks forward to becoming a part of the lion family!

Room: 3011

Email: f10863@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Karen Echols enters her 19th year teaching middle school, and she is super excited about being a part of Lakeside. She loves to read, garden, ride her motorcycle, volunteer at her dad’s assisted living and travel with her fiancé, Bill!  An interesting fact about her early years, she spent several summers working on a cruise ship in Alaska and the San Juan islands of Washington!  She looks forward to meeting everyone!

Room: 3011

Email: f43738@forsyth.k12ga.us

Mrs. Holbert graduated from the University of Georgia with a bachelor's degree in special education and obtained her master's in teacher leadership from Walden University. She taught for 14 years at Twin Rivers Middle School in Gwinnett County as a language arts teacher. This will be her 2^nd year at Lakeside.  She has a passion for connecting with students and helping them grow and achieve.  Mrs. Holbert is married to Dan, and they have five adult children and three grandchildren between them.  She loves reading, gardening, and her wonderful family.  Mrs. Holbert loves being a Lakeside Lion!

Room: 2245

Email: hhoward@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Hi, my name is Heather Howard, and I am so excited to be working at Lakeside Middle School this year.  I have worked in Special Education for Forsyth County Schools for over 8 years.  I have worked as a paraprofessional at Matt Elementary School and teaching here at lakeside Middle School.  I love spending time with my family, husband Michael and two boys Ethan (19) and Cameron (17).  In my spare time, I love to travel and to cheer on the Georgia Bulldogs!  I love being a Lakeside Lion.  Go Dawgs and Go Lions!

Room: 2141

Email: f36874@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Mrs. Kistler is in her 7th year of teaching and her 2nd year at Lakeside. She recently got married in March 2022. Outside of school, she likes to read, spend time with family and friends, and go kayaking with her husband!

Room: 3011

Email: sklovstad@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Ms. Klovstad has been a part of Forsyth County Schools as a teacher and parent since 2006. Twelve of those years have been at South Forsyth Middle School, but she is ready for a change. Ms. Klovstad loves working with small groups of students and catching their “lightbulb” moments. She is excited to be joining Lakeside and hopes to bring value to the students and her colleagues.

Room: 2203

Email: f31411@forsyth.k12.ga.us

My name is Sarah Seymore and I am excited to be joining the Lakeside Middle School team this year! This will be my third year teaching.  I have a Bachelors degree in Business Administration/Human Resource Mgt from Ithaca College and an MBA in Human Resource Mgt from Touro University.  I received my teaching certificate through the Forsyth Teachers Academy.  I am an Army Veteran and my husband is an Active Duty Army Soldier.  We have two children; a son and daughter. Our son just graduated from Alliance Academy in Cybersecurity and our daughter is in 8^th grade.  I am originally from New York, but moved to Georgia in 2012 from Alaska!  I love to spend time outdoors skiing, boating, and hiking, and I enjoy weight training.  You may even see me in some of your favorite shows and movies! 

Room: 1212

Email: Sgrabowski@forsyth.k12.ga.us

MI/ID Teacher

University of Tennessee - Bachelor  - Elementary/Special Education

East TN State University - Masters - Special Education

Lincoln Memorial University - Specialist - Administration/Supervision

Passion - Family

Hobbies - Crafting, Traveling, Boating

Favorite Quote - Every day is a new day, a new beginning

Room: 1226

Email: f41187@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Hi, I'm Renee LeMieux and am SO happy to be at Lakeside as an ACA Teacher. I've taught over 20 years in both special education and general education. I have a bachelor's degree from Georgia Southern University [Armstrong Campus] and a master's degree from Piedmont College. I am a true Georgia native as I was born in Atlanta and have lived in several parts of the state. My husband, Chris, is currently teaching Educational Leadership courses at Columbus State University. He and I have been married over 30 years and have three adult daughters: Olivia, Alex, and Marissa. I love spending time with my family and friends.

Room: 1236

Email: cmason@forsyth.k12.ga.us

My name is Cam Mason. I am an ACA teacher here at Lakeside. This is my 4^th year here and I love it! Along with ACA, I coach Track & Field and Cross Country. I graduated from the University of North Georgia with a bachelors degree in Health and Physical Education. I am a huge Georgia football fan and love music and fishing. I am passionate about my students and take great pride in seeing them succeed.

Room: 1222

Email: f34503@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Mrs. Sickler joined Lakeside in February 2022 and she teaches the MCA class.  She is originally from Miami, FL and has lived in GA for 20 years. She is beginning her 20th year in education, 3 years teaching children with Emotional Behavior Disorders and 17 years teaching children with Autism. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from University of Central Florida in Exceptional Children with Specific Learning Disabilities. She received her Master’s Degree from University of Kansas in Special Education: Autism Spectrum Disorders. She has been married for 12 years and had 2 boys, Caleb (11) and Callen (9). When she is not on toting her son to the soccer fields, she can be found window shopping, at the movies eating popcorn and Raisinets, or watching shows on multiple streaming networks. 

Room: 1236

Email: f41915@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Hello! My name is Madi Stephen and this is my first year as an ACA teacher, and 2nd year at Lakeside. I graduated in May of 2022 from Kennesaw State University with a Bachelors in Human Services and a minor in Child Advocacy Studies. I have about 3years of experience working and advocating for students in an educational setting and am so happy to be back as a part of the team here at Lakeside! I grew up in Forsyth County and am so glad that I had an opportunity to return and begin my career here. When I am not at school, I love painting, running, and spending time with my pets. 

Email: KDensmore@forsyth.k12.ga.us

My name is Karen Densmore.  This is my 22^nd year as a paraprofessional and  my  10^th year at Lakeside Middle School.  I have an associates degree from Lanier Technical College.  I am married with two children and soon to be a total of three grandchildren.  I enjoy reading, needlework, walking, cabin retreats, and spending time with my family and friends.

Email: mgrest@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Attended Georgia State University (no degree)

Co-Founded Small k-5 Private School 1999-2006

Taught Pre-School 

 I am a mom of two girls who are grown up and live in Atlanta with their doggies.  I live on Lake Lanier and like to have friends up to go on boat! I like to travel and workout. I'm a HUGE health NUT!

Email: JLHall@forsyth.k12.ga.us

    I graduated from Lincoln Memorial University with an Associate’s degree in Veterinary Science.   I have been working as an IRR Paraprofessional for Lakeside Middle for 8 years now.  In my spare time I like to travel, hike, swim, read, and spend time with family and friends.

Favorite Quote: "Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our  breath away"-author unknown

Email: mmuliero@forsyth.k12.ga.us

I am excited to be returning back the "lake"  for my 8^th year as an IRR Para.  I have a BA from St. Mary Of The Woods College.  I am mom  to two wonderful kids.  I enjoy drinking coffee on the deck, walking and being with family and friends. 

Email: ksmith86@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Hobbies: Travel, walking my dog, and my boutique

Favorite Quote: "Everything happens for a reason"

Email: f41596@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Hello! My name is Sammie Spera, and this is my 3rd year as a Paraprofessional here at Lakeside Middle School. I worked as an IRR Paraprofessional the past 2 years in grades 6-8, and I am thrilled to be working as an ACA Paraprofessional this year. I graduated in May of 2022 from The University of Alabama (ROLL TIDE!) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development and Family Studies, and my concentration was Adolescence/Youth Development. 

I was born and raised here in Forsyth County and graduated from Lambert High School in 2018, so having the opportunity to be back in this school district means so much to me. I have always had a passion for working with kids in a variety of settings to be a safe place and mentor for them, as they learn to grow and develop in the environment they are in. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, watching all sports, playing cornhole, going to country concerts, cooking, and staying active. I am also coaching Lambert High School’s Varsity Competition Cheer team this year.

“Life is better at the Lake!” - Go Lions!

Email: f34987@forsyth.k12.ga.us

Hi! My name is Kaylee Stephens. This is my first year at Lakeside as an ACA paraprofessional. I'm so excited to work alongside the amazing staff at Lakeside. I recently received my associate's degree from the University of North Georgia and I am currently in school getting my bachelor's degree to become a special education teacher. I love working with kids and helping them grow and learn!

 I was born in Tennessee and moved to Georgia when I was super young. I attended Lakeside middle school and I am so excited to be back! In my free time, I love to watch Georgia football, hang out with my friends and go on walks! I can't wait for such a fun and exciting year!

Hi, my name is Kaylie, and I am excited to join the Lakeside team! I am born and raised in Forsyth County, I graduated from Forsyth Central High School. I have always loved working and helping children. I am excited to be able to work with them. I enjoy being around my friends and family, being outside and exercising.