Principal
Phone: (706) 602-0320 ext. 3005
Email: astewart@gcbe.org
Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. in Biology: Shorter University
M.A. in Middle Grades Science: Berry College
Ed.S. in Instruction & Curriculum: Lincoln Memorial University
Science (6-12), Gifted Endorsement,
Teacher Support Specialist Endorsement,
Educational Leadership Certification
Hello, Phoenix Nation! My name is Amy Stewart, and I proudly serve as principal at Sonoraville High School. I have called Gordon County Schools home my entire professional career, which began in 1996 as a science teacher at Gordon Central. When Sonoraville High School opened in 2005, I was hired to teach science as part of the inaugural faculty and transitioned to administration in 2008. I served as assistant principal for a decade, until becoming principal of Red Bud Middle School in 2018. I was blessed with the opportunity to return to SHS, as principal, in 2021. I live in the Sonoraville community and, therefore, feel strongly invested in leading students and staff in “Setting a Higher Standard” in academics, arts, and athletics. Go Phoenix!!!
Assistant Principal
Phone: 706-602-0320 ext: 3009
Email: jmartin@gcbe.org
Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. in Mathematics Education: Shorter University
M.ED. in Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment: Walden University
Ed.S. in Instructional Technology: University of West Georgia
Experience:
Sonoraville High School – 2006-2020 - Math Teacher
Red Bud Middle School - 2020-2021 - Assistant Principal
Sonoraville High School - 2021- Present - Assistant Principal
My name is Jesse Martin, and I have the pleasure of serving as one your assistant principals. I am beginning my 18th year in education, all of which have been in Gordon County. I was a math teacher at Sonoraville High School for 14 years and then served as an assistant principal at Red Bud Middle School for one year before transitioning back to Sonoraville High School as an assistant principal. I am excited about the opportunity to serve the students, faculty, staff, and community of SHS and to be a part of the great things they are doing. The Phoenix Nation has always been special to me, so to be able to continue being a part of this community in a different role is an honor.
I am happily married to my wife, Emmie, who is a 4th grade teacher at Sonoraville Elementary, and we have a son named Luke. We are blessed to be a part of the Phoenix Nation.
I look forward to being a part of SHS and “Setting a Higher Standard”.
As always, Go Phoenix!
Assistant Principal
Phone: 706-602-0320 ext: 3027
Email: kpruett@gcbe.org
Degrees and Certifications:
BSEd. Social Science Education, University of Georgia
M.Ed. Gifted and Creative Education, University of Georgia
Ed.S. Curriculum and Instruction, Lincoln Memorial University
I am beginning my 21st year in education. I taught middle and high school social studies at Sonoraville Middle and then Sonoraville High School for 15 years before serving as the student information and system assessment coordinator for Gordon County Schools. It is a great pleasure to return to Sonoraville High School this year. I am honored to serve our students as Assistant Principal.
Assistant Principal
Phone: (706) 602-0320 ext: 3013
Email: joepsaila@gcbe.org
Degrees and Certifications:
Educational Specialist in Instructional Technology, University of West Georgia
Masters in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, Walden University
Bachelors in Psychology, Berry College
Gifted Endorsement, North Georgia RESA
Experience:
I am beginning my 17th year in my teaching career, all of which have been at Sonoraville High School. I started off my career in the ESS department, transitioned to the Mathematics department for 8 years, and I am now beginning my new role as Assistant Principal.
Biography:
My wife, Julie, and I have 2 young boys and a daughter. Julie is an educator at Belwood Elementary. In my free time, I enjoy hiking and going on adventures with my family.
Athletic Director
Phone: (706) 602-0320 ext: 3003
Email: bmashburn@gcbe.org
Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. in Health/ Physical Education: Reinhardt University
M. Ed. in Post Secondary Education: Troy University
Ed. S. in Curriculum and Instruction: Piedmont University
My name is Brent Mashburn, and I am proud to serve as Athletic Director at Sonoraville High School. I am entering my 18th year at Sonoraville, having served as Head Boys Basketball Coach for 17 years and Athletic Director for the last 12 years. It is truly an honor to serve the students and community of such a special place.
My wife, Alice, and I have four children, Hunter (SHS Class of '18), Murphy (SHS class of '21), Wynn (7th Grade RBMS), and Whit (2nd Grade SES).
Instructional Lead Teacher
Phone: Ext. 3022
Email: lpatterson@gcbe.org
Degrees and Certifications:
B.S. in Communications from Liberty University, 2002
M.S. in Literacy and Learning in the Content Areas from Walden University, 2010
Ed.S. in Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development from Walden University, 2013
This is my fourth year as the Instruction Lead Teacher for Sonoraville High School. Prior to this, I have served as the high school literacy support specialist and worked with teachers at both Sonoraville and Gordon Central. Prior to coming to Gordon County, I taught English for 11 years at both the high school and middle school levels. I also served as the Yearbook advisor for three years. Prior to becoming a teacher, I worked for several years as a newspaper reporter in Albany, Georgia.
My husband, Brian, and I currently live in Bartow County and we have three children, Rachael (15), Brian (13), and Caitlin (6). I grew up in East Tennessee and love going home to the Smoky Mountains.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Liberty University and earned my Masters of Science in Literacy and Learning from Walden University. I also earned my Education Specialist degree from Walden in Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development.
