Welcome to the Special Education Department!
Leadership Team
Dr. Hubbard - Special Education Department Chair
Mrs. Towson – IEP Chair
Message From the Department
Our department has a dedicated staff of educators who also serve as your child’s case manager, para educators, and additional adult assistants to help you and your child excel not only academically but socio-emotionally as well. Please email Dr. Hubbard, the Chairperson of Special Education, if you have any questions and/or concerns regarding your child’s services or progress. You may also reach any of the department’s teachers through email.
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IEP Implementation and Classroom Instruction
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Your Student’s Academic Progress
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Your first point of contact is your child’s case manager.
Dr. Hubbard is also available to support in this area.
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Parent/Guardian Concerns (IEP Compliance and Teachers)
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Overall Departmental Concerns
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These Special Education Teachers are listed on their Academic Department Pages!
Click to navigate to their pages!
English
- Matt Janansky
- Donna Wilson
- Dorlisa Mullen-Mitchell
- Dr. Denise Madden
- Alysia Johnston
Math
- Deidre Thomas
- Michael Carter
- Lauren Towson
- Michael Braswell
- Gladys Zoker
- Lonnie Pugh
Science
- David Fuller
- Kyrra Goldring
Social Studies
- Joshua Mauk
- Harry Escarge
- Quinton Richards
Meet our Department Members Below!
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Name
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Dr. Michelle Hubbard
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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Special Ed Department Chair
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College(s) Attended
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Randolph-Macon College - English (BA)
University of Phoenix – Curriculum and Instruction: ELA (MA)
George Washington University – Special Education and Transition Services (MA)
Liberty University (currently) – Curriculum and Instruction: Special Education (EdD)
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Hometown
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Baltimore, Maryland
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Hello, my name is Dr. Michelle Hubbard. I returned to Woodlawn High School in 2019 after spending several years gaining knowledge and experience from various school districts! I have been in the field of education for over 14 years. I have been the Department Chair at Woodlawn High School for the last 2 years. Prior to this role, I spent the extent of career focusing on IEP development and compliance. Therefore, I am deeply invested in the success of our students and ensuring they are provided with the highest quality of education that will support their academic, socio-emotional, and physical development. My goal is to ensure that all students and parents within our program feel and are supported throughout their four years with us.
Outside of education, I enjoy spending time with my husband and three sons. I also love going to local museums, trying new foods, reading and continuing my develop my knowledge of special education through outside research.
Here is to a successful year and I look forward to working with each of you!
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Name
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Ms. Renee' L. Hollis
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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Special Educator
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College(s) Attended
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Coppin State (BS)
Goucher College
GCU (M.Ed.)
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Hometown
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Baltimore, MD
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Hi, I am Ms. Renee' L. Hollis, and I have a passion for writing, mathematics and helping others. With over 22 years of experience in BCPS, I have developed a strong set of skills and proven track record of success in working with stakeholders of differently able persons.
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Name
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Lauren Towson
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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IEP Facilitator
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College(s) Attended
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Towson University (BS)
Towson (MS)
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Hometown
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Merrick, NY
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This is my 6th year at Woodlawn. I will be serving as one of the IEP facilitators this year. I am also the girls' soccer assistant coach. I am married and have two kids. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with family. I look forward working with you and your student this year.
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(Coming Soon)
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Name
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Carmen
Allocca
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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Paraeducator
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College(s)
Attended
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Towson
University -
Art Education
Major
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Hometown
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Baltimore,
MD
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Bio:
Hello fellow Warriors. My name is Miss
Allocca. I am a WHS graduate. I returned to WHS in 2009, as a
paraeducator, in Special Education.
Before returning to WHS, I was on Dance Faculty at Baltimore School
for the Arts. I enjoy travelling and
relaxing with family and friends.
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(Coming Soon)
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Name
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Wanda Durham-Womble
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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Paraeducator
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College(s) Attended
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Coming Soon
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Hometown
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Coming Soon
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Bio: Coming Soon
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Name
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Melody
Hendrickson
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Email
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[email protected]
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Classes
Taught
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FALS
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College(s)
Attended
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Seton
Hall & Ashford (BS)
GCU (MS)
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Hometown
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Morristown,
New Jersey
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Hello! My name is Ms. Hendrickson and I am a certified teacher in the FALS program under the special education department. I have been a Woodlawn Warrior for over 24 years! I am also the co-advisor for the Class of 2026. Some of my favorite things to do are crafting, baking and trying new recipes. I also like reading and being outdoors.
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(Coming Soon)
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Name
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Roslyn Harris
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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Paraeducator
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College(s) Attended
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Coming Soon
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Hometown
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Coming Soon
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Bio: Coming Soon
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Name
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Shanaye Harrison
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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Paraeducator
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College(s) Attended
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BCCC
Coppin State University
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Hometown
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Baltimore, MD
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Bio: My name is Miss. Harrison, and
I am in the special education department. I began working in education in 2017
and it has been one of the greatest decisions I've made! I am also a proud
alumni of Woodlawn High! Class of 2008! Warrior at heart! I love to write
poetry, I love to sing, I love doing hair and lashes. Fun Fact: Authentic
Mexican food is my favorite!
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Name
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Adora Mcleod-Royster
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Email
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[email protected]
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Classes Taught
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World History
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College(s) Attended
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Coppin State University
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Hometown
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Baltimore, MD
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With a bachelor's degree in early childhood education and applied psychology, I bring a unique blend of understanding both the developmental and psychological aspects of learning. Currently, I teach 10th-grade World History, where my focus is on fostering a learning environment that is inclusive, engaging, and supportive.
My teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that all students are capable of learning and achieving success. I hold high expectations for every student, and I am committed to guiding them toward meeting those standards. I believe that every learner has the potential to succeed—they just need to be shown how.
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(Coming Soon)
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Name
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Amie Moore
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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Paraeducator
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College(s) Attended
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Coming Soon
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Hometown
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Coming Soon
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Bio: Coming Soon
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Name
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Lucy
Mwai
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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Special
Educator- FALS Program
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College(s)
Attended
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Coppin
State University (BS)
Towson
University (M. Ed)
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Hometown
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Baltimore,
Maryland
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Bio: My name is Ms. Lucy Mwai and I am a certified teacher
in the Special Education Department, FALS Program.
I
love traveling, cooking, reading and learning new cultures. I love the ocean
but am terrified of snorkeling.
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(Coming Soon)
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Name
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Cicely Sanders
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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Paraeducator
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College(s) Attended
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Coming Soon
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Hometown
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Coming Soon
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Bio: Coming Soon
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Name
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Marcus
Sivels
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Email
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[email protected]
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Classes
Taught/
Position
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Special
Educator
SCLS
Program
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College(s)
Attended
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Delaware
State University (BS)
Grand
Canyon University (MS)
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Hometown
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Randallstown,
MD
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My
name is Marcus Sivels and I am a special educator at WHS. I am a proud BCPS alum, receiving my
diploma from Milford Mill Academy in 2003. My loves are family, music, good
food, and watching students reach their goals. One fun fact about me is I
helped deliver my daughter into this world in 2017 in a secluded parking
lot.
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(Coming Soon)
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Name
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Catrice Sneed
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Email
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[email protected]
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Position
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Paraeducator
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College(s) Attended
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Coming Soon
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Hometown
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Coming Soon
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Bio: Coming Soon
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