School Staff

Jessica Simms

Principal

Ginger Davis

Pre-K Lead Teacher

My name is Ginger Davis and I live in Moulton.  I received my degree in Elementary Education from Athens State University and obtained an additional certification in Early Childhood Education.  I began working as an auxiliary teacher at Mt. Hope Pre-K in October 2017 and became Lead Teacher in August 2019.  My husband, John, is a hospice chaplain. We married in July 2008 and our son, Garrison, was born on New Year’s Eve 2009.  We have a cat named Willoughby, a Basset hound named Ruth, and five yard hens.  We travel to Baja Mexico annually to work with the Iglesia de Cristo in Diaz Ordaz.  In our spare time, we enjoy thrift store shopping and spending time outdoors. 

Susan Lee

Pre-K

My name is Susan Lee. I am starting my fourth year as a Prek auxiliary teacher at Mount Hope. I am married and have four children and I have ten precious grandchildren. We have two pets a Goldendoodle named Bella and a rabbit named Cinnabun . I love spending time with my family and going to the beach. I love my job and interacting with sweet four year olds.

Anna Williams

Kindergarten

My name is Anna Williams and I started teaching at Mount Hope in 2017. I have taught second grade, first grade, and now Kindergarten. I earned my education degree at the University of North Alabama and my masters degree at the University of West Alabama. My husband  Ryan and I love playing with our two dogs, traveling, serving at our local church, and spending time with friends and family. I love getting to teach at Mount Hope and getting to know each set of students that walk through the door.

Brianna Bugg

first grade

Mallory Sprinkle

Second Grade

My name is Mallory Sprinkle, and I teach second grade. This is my second year at Mt. Hope Elementary and ninth year of teaching. I am a 2011 graduate of Muscle Shoals High School. I received a Bachelors in Elementary Education from the University of North Alabama and a Masters in Elementary Education from the University of West Alabama. I am married to Jacob Sprinkle. I am excited for another fantastic school year!

Ginger Jones

Third Grade

Lorrie Morgan

Fourth Grade

My name is Lorrie Morgan, and I teach 4th grade at Mount Hope Elementary School. I have taught school for 27 years in the Lawrence County school system. I graduated from Athens State with a Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education in 1995. I obtained my Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from The University of North Alabama in 2002.  

Mount Hope has always felt like home to me because I basically grew up here visiting my grandparents home weekly. Although I graduated from LCHS, I gained many friends over the years and attended church with many people in this community. I am invested in the community and the children who live here. Teaching is my number one passion, and I can't imagine doing anything else. Helping students learn and excel has always be to exciting to me!  

Art has always been a passion that I love to share with the students through the curriculums as often as time allows. Music and hunting with my family are also hobbies that I often enjoy. I look forward to a wonderful school year with your kiddos.  Let’s get ready for a safe, fun, and education filled year!!!! 

Hannah Ledbetter

Fifth Grade

My name is Hannah Ledbetter. I am the 5th and 6th grade reading and language arts teacher at Mt. Hope School. This is my 10th year to teach at Mt. Hope School. I have enjoyed every minute here. I love this community! Growing up I went to three different schools. I attended Vina High School, Speake High School, and then graduated from Lawrence County High School. After high school, I received my Associates Degree from Calhoun Community College. I completed my Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Elementary Education at the University of North Alabama. (Roar Lions!)

Music is a big part of my life. I began learning to play the guitar when I was ten. Then I began playing the drums when I was twelve. I continue to play both instruments for worship service at church. My favorite season is summer! I love to fish, swim, and work in the garden. My favorite place to be is at the beach. I enjoy reading and look forward to introducing new literature to your children. Thank you so much for trusting me with your children! Let’s get this year started!

Kylie Pickens

Sixth Grade

I am Kylie Pickens, and I teach fifth and sixth grade math, science, and social studies at Mt. Hope School. I attended Mt. Hope School and graduated in 2006. I received my bachelor’s in education from Athens State University and masters in education from University of North Alabama. I began my teaching career in 2012 at Mt. Hope School. I have taught 3rd-6th grade, with most of my career being in the third grade classroom. 

I was born and raised in Mt. Hope on our family’s farm. I have a sweet little Morkiepoo that is my baby boy. He is precious and full of energy. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I enjoy going on vacations, but I mostly love being home. I have always enjoyed sports, softball being one of my favorite. I could always be found throwing or bouncing a ball around when I was growing up. 
Teaching has always been a passion of mine. I grew up in the school setting with my mother being the school bookkeeper. So, I always felt like I belonged in the school. It warms my heart to see students smile every morning, and to watch that lightbulb of knowledge really click on for students. I love it when little arms wrap around me and tell me they had good day, or when a student comes back to see me days before their senior graduation. Those are days when I know teaching is right for me. 

Jeannie Parker

Special Services & PE

Kandi Pickens

Bookkeeper

Hello! My name is Kandi Pickens. I have been the school bookkeeper for Mt. Hope School for A LONG TIME! I have worked at Mt. Hope School since 1984. Usually I’m the voice on the phone or the first person you see in the office. 

I am a 1980 graduate of Mt. Hope School. I have lived in the Mt. Hope community my whole life. I have been married to my high school sweetheart, Randy, since 1980. We have two daughters, one son-in-law, one granddaughter and one “granddog”. 

I am happy to help students and their families in any way I may be able to!

Lisa Borden

Counselor & Librarian

Amy Hall

Reading Specialist

Carrie Doty

Custodian

Cortney Long

Speech-Language PathologistHi! I am Cortney Long, and I am the Speech-Language Pathologist here at Mount Hope School. This will be my 10th year working in the Lawrence County School System. I am a graduate of Auburn University and Alabama A&M University. I am happily married to Preston. We have three daughters, Charlie Beth(6), Andy Cate(3), Dani Jane (2 months), a German Shepherd (Heidi) and a few chickens. In my free time I enjoy going to the gym, cooking and being outdoors on our farm. We are Auburn fans (WAR EAGLE), and we enjoy traveling and watching sporting events. I love this community, school, and working with children.

Sarah Terry

Nurse

Elizabeth HarrisonPart-time ParaprofessionalMy name is Elizabeth (Bay) Harrison. I am currently the Resource Teacher for Mt. Hope Elementary for grades K-6. I graduated from Muscle Shoals High School. I received my bachelor and masters degree in Elementary Education from the University of North Alabama. As a teacher, I love working with students and watching each student grow academically and socially throughout the year. I am happily married to my husband and best friend, Joe Harrison. We have been married for 33 years. We have three sons; Reid, Stinson, and Ridge. I love spending time with my family and friends. My favorite thing to do is travel.

Alice Kimbrough

Part-time Computer Lab
 

Amanda SimmonsPart-time Paraprofessional

Lisa Terry

Gina Sprinkle

Part-time Paraprofessional

Angie Speake

Lunchroom

Sharon Jeffreys

My name is Sharon Jeffreys. I have worked in the Lawrence County school system in the lunchroom at Mt Hope School for 9 eight years. I really enjoy and love my job, especially when I see kids smiling and enjoying their meals.

I have been married to Victor Jeffreys for 19 years. We don't have any children, however, we enjoy working on our farm, where he grew up. We have beef cattle, along with a few dogs and cats. I enjoy mowing grass, walking in the fields, checking cows and calves and watching hummingbirds.

Debbie Sutton

I am Debbie Sutton. I am a CNP at Mt. Hope School's Lunchroom. I have been in CNP going on my 10th year. I enjoy serving the children. I have 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren and 1 step son.

Officer Doug Moody

School Resource Officer