PV Education Foundation

Our Staff Spotlight celebrates the incredible educators and support staff who make up our Pennsville schools. Each month, we highlight team members who go above and beyond sharing their stories, their passions, and the positive impact they have on our schools and students. It’s our way of recognizing the people who inspire, support, and shape our students and community every day.

Michelle Alexander

Your Current Role / Job Title
6th Grade Math Teacher at Pennsville Middle School
Years in your current profession?
14 years
Years in the Pennsville School District
10 years
What’s your favorite Pennsville school tradition or event?
I love our student-faculty volleyball game that we host here at the middle school right before winter break.
Where did you grow up or go to school?
I grew up in Somerdale, NJ - I went to Sterling High School.
Tell us about your family (pets included)
I live with my husband, Adam. We have been married for just about 6 years, together for 8 years. He's an Army Veteran and currently an ED trauma nurse. He actually was a security guard here at the middle school in 2019-2020! We have a son, Colton, who is 1.5 years old. We also have a German Shepherd named Ghost. Basically, we have two kids.
What do you like to do when you’re not at school?
I like to spend time with friends and family. We enjoy going out to eat at new places.
What’s a hobby or talent most people don’t know about you?
I teach swim lessons.
Favorite book, movie, or TV show?
Full House is my all time favorite TV show.
What’s something that always makes you smile?
Summertime and warm weather.
What was your first job?
A lifeguard at The Stratford Swim Club.
What’s your go-to karaoke song or favorite type of music?
Anything 90's!

Stephanie Farmer

Your Current Role / Job Title
2nd Grade Teacher at Central Park Elementary School
Years in your current profession?
18 years
Years in the Pennsville School District
14 years
What’s your favorite Pennsville school tradition or event?
Taking the PMHS Cheerleaders to the Varsity Spirit Spectacular in Disney World.
Where did you grow up or go to school?
Pennsville
Tell us about your family (pets included)
I have two boys Trevor and Nathan, they are in 9th grade. Both working on becoming an Eagle Scout. Trevor is in the Civil Air Patrol and aspires to be a pilot. Nathan is a drummer and is quite good at it. My husband, Brad, is a security trainer at the Nuclear Plant and in the Air Force.
What do you like to do when you’re not at school?
Coaching cheerleading takes up most of my spare time but also the beach, vacationing, and spending time with family.
Favorite book, movie, or TV show?
Coyote Ugly
What’s something that always makes you smile?
My family
What was your first job?
Waltons Flower Shop
What’s a favorite quote or saying that inspires you?
The only way to do great work is to love what you do....it reminds me that passion is key!
What’s your go-to karaoke song or favorite type of music?
Spice Girls "Wannabe"

Alison Frazier

Your Current Role / Job Title
3rd grade teacher at Central Park Elementary School
Years in your current profession?
10 years
Years in the Pennsville School District
2 years
What’s your favorite Pennsville school tradition or event?
Daddy/Daughter Dance
Where did you grow up or go to school?
I grew up and went to school in Gloucester City
Tell us about your family (pets included)
I live with my husband Ken, 2 daughters Mia and Kennedy, our pug Monchi and cat, Kit-Kat
What do you like to do when you’re not at school?
I like to read (mystery/suspense is my favorite), spend time with my family and friends, go to dinner, watch movies.
Favorite book, movie, or TV show?
I have so many so I'll just pick the first that comes to mind. Book - The Measure by Nikki Erlick, Movie - Sixteen Candles, TV show - Friends.
What’s something that always makes you smile?
When my girls give me a hug.
What was your first job?
Cashier at Acme
What’s a favorite quote or saying that inspires you?
Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Just walk beside me and be my friend.
What’s your go-to karaoke song or favorite type of music?
I don't sing karaoke, but my favorite type of music is country!

Emily Higgins

Your Current Role / Job Title
First Grade Teacher at Valley Park Elementary School
Years in your current profession?
20 years
Years in the Pennsville School District
22 (includes 2 years of maternity leave)
What’s your favorite Pennsville school tradition or event?
The first grade field trip to the Philadelphia Zoo
Where did you grow up or go to school?
Carneys Point
Tell us about your family (pets included)
I have two daughters - Clementine, 11 and Molly, 9. We have three cats - Ginny, Josie, and Diego
What do you like to do when you’re not at school?
Shop!!
Favorite book, movie, or TV show?
Virgin River
What’s a hobby or talent most people don’t know about you?
I can draw well.
What’s something that always makes you smile?
My kids
What was your first job?
A snack stand on the boardwalk
What’s a favorite quote or saying that inspires you?
In a world where you can be anything, be kind.
What’s your go-to karaoke song or favorite type of music?
Anything by Taylor Swift

Amber Johnson

Your Current Role / Job Title
Paraprofessional at Penn Beach Elementary School
Years in your current profession?
3 years
Years in the Pennsville School District
3 years
What’s your favorite Pennsville school tradition or event?
Bingo, movie days, staff Christmas breakfast, and field trips!
Where did you grow up or go to school?
Pennsville and then Wilmington University.
Tell us about your family (pets included)
My mom, My dad, Paisley (my dog), and I have 2 sisters, 4 nephews, and 2 nieces.
What do you like to do when you’re not at school?
I like to hang with my sister and niece, travel, and go to concerts.
What’s a hobby or talent most people don’t know about you?
I played basketball for 13 years, competed in pageants for 11 years, soccer for 6 years, and dance for 15 years.
Favorite book, movie, or TV show?
Grey's Anatomy, Gossip girl, The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, and any real house wives shows
What’s something that always makes you smile?
My niece.
What was your first job?
I was a daycare teacher.
What’s a favorite quote or saying that inspires you?
“You are not the opinion of someone who doesn’t know you”
What’s your go-to karaoke song or favorite type of music?
Anything country and anything Taylor Swift

Haley Kircher

Your Current Role / Job Title
Speech Language Specialist at Valley Park
Years in your current profession?
3 years
Years in the Pennsville School District
2 years
What’s your favorite Pennsville school tradition or event?
My favorite Pennsville school tradition is the senior graduation elementary school walk through. It creates a sense of aspiration for our younger students while allowing the seniors to feel a sense of accomplishment and appreciate how far they have come!
Where did you grow up or go to school?
Pennsville
Tell us about your family (pets included)
I have a dog that is like my baby, Leona. An amazing man, Shane. And 3 beautiful nieces, with one nephew on the way!
What do you like to do when you’re not at school?
I love exercising, spending time with my family, and working on my side hustle, Speak in Thread Embroidery!
Favorite book, movie, or TV show?
My favorite movie is Legally Blonde!
What’s something that always makes you smile?
My students and cute animals!
What was your first job?
Rita's Waterice Server
What’s a favorite quote or saying that inspires you?
"Commit yourself to lifelong learning. The most valuable asset you will ever have is your mind and what you put into it." – Albert Einstein
What’s your go-to karaoke song or favorite type of music?
Karaoke song- What's up by 4 Non Blondes

Alyssa Robishaw

Your Current Role / Job Title
Social Studies Teacher at Pennsville Middle School
Years in your current profession?
18 years
Years in the Pennsville School District
15 years
What’s your favorite Pennsville school tradition or event?
I absolutely love the "People's Choice" awards. I have participated in them at the high school and at the middle school and I just love being able to recognize a student just for being a good kid, or trying their hardest, or being accountable. Sometimes there are students we appreciate beyond the bounds of academic performance and I love having a chance to express that.
Where did you grow up or go to school?
I grew up in Tabernacle and Mount Laurel, NJ (I moved in 6th grade). I am a graduate of Lenape High School.
Tell us about your family (pets included)
I have been married to my husband for 10 years, we have a 5 year old son and a 3 year old daughter, and we have a Blue Heeler mix puppy named Muffin. I also have 4 younger sisters and 4 nieces whom I love so very much.
What do you like to do when you’re not at school?
Read. Since I don't have as much free time as I would like it is tough to do other things but I absolutely love reading. Right now I'm on a sci-fi and fantasy kick but I do read a lot of history books as well as books about various social phenomena.
What’s a hobby or talent most people don’t know about you?
I already mentioned it but I like to perform in plays. I have a lot less time to do so nowadays but last summer I was in my first show in 6 years when I was in the musical "Spring Awakening"
Favorite book, movie, or TV show?
My all time favorite show is Parks & Recreation.
What’s something that always makes you smile?
When my kids play together and are laughing. Also when my students are excited to see me.
What was your first job?
I was a party host and skating "ref" at a skating rink.
What’s a favorite quote or saying that inspires you?
I love the quote, "Be curious, not judgemental" from Ted Lasso (though they claim it's from Walt Whitman... the actual origin is unknown... can you tell I'm a history nerd?)
What’s your go-to karaoke song or favorite type of music?
Favorite music is probably rock or pop-punk

Jennifer Spears

Your Current Role / Job Title
Special Education Teacher at Penn Beach Elementary School
Years in your current profession?
26 years
Years in the Pennsville School District
23 years
What’s your favorite Pennsville school tradition or event?
I enjoy the elementary choir concerts.
Where did you grow up or go to school?
I grew up in Mullica Hill. I went to Harrison Twp. Elementary School.
Tell us about your family (pets included)
I have been married for 23 years. I have a son, Connor who is a Freshmen at Rowan University studying Electrical/Computer Engineering. We have a dog named Mona and two cats-Buffy and Bailey. All are rescued animals.
What do you like to do when you’re not at school?
I like to read, go to concerts and bake.
What’s a hobby or talent most people don’t know about you?
I do many house projects. I am pretty handy around the house.
Favorite book, movie, or TV show?
The Glass Castle (a book) by Jeannette Walls. I like watching documentaries.
What’s something that always makes you smile?
Cute videos of animals doing silly things!
What was your first job?
I worked as a cake decorator in a bakery.
What’s a favorite quote or saying that inspires you?
Life has no limitations, except the ones you make.
What’s your go-to karaoke song or favorite type of music?
Heavy Metal

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