Meet our Team
Teachers
Ms. Lawre Doughton
SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
Ms. Destiny Hester
PE COACH
Mr. Michael Diaz Jr
SCIENCE TEACHER
Ms. Margaret Fonge
Career Technical and Education Teacher
I am originally from Cameroon in West Africa. I had my BBA and MBA from the University of the District of Columbia in 1986 and 1989 respectively. I moved to North Carolina after that, where I raised five children. I went back to school in 2008 and completed my MAT program at NC A&T State University in 2010 and I have been working here at PAHS ever since. I am the Business Education teacher here and I teach: Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, Entrepreneurship1, and Principles of Business and Finance. I was CTE Teacher of the Year in 2013, and PAHS Teacher of the Year in 2019.
Degrees and Certifications:
BBA, MBA, MAT
Email: cmcpherson@chccs.k12.nc.us
Ms. DIane Wright
History Instructor
Ms. Wright is one of our two history teachers at Phoenix Academy High School. Diane comes to us from Durham, after many years serving DPS students, most recently at Lucas Middle School.
Degrees & Certifications:
NC Certified History Teacher
Email: mkoroma@chccs.k12.nc.us
Mr. Momo Koroma
Mathematics Teacher
My name is Momo Koroma. I have been teaching on and off for over 20 years. I have also worked in Engineering and technology. I am certified to teach various STEM courses, including Mathematics and some CTE courses. I currently teach Mathematics at PAHS.
Email: whales@chccs.k12.nc.us
Mr. William Hales
SPIRE Math Teacher
Math 1,2,3 and 4
Degrees and Certifications:
MA secondary Education
Email: djperry@chccs.k12.nc.us
Qualifications: BS from Fayetteville State University MEd from University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Ms. Donnis Perry
SPIRE Teacher
I am a graduate of Fayetteville State University with a Bachelor of Science degree. I have a Masters' degree in education from University of North Carolina at Greensboro. I started teaching in 1973 and taught 30 years in the CHCCS district. After one year of retirement, I continued my teaching career and I have worn many educational hats in this system. I enjoy working in the SPIRE program at Phoenix Academy because it gives me the opportunity to help make students successful that probably would not be. They look at me as their grandma and are very respectful to me.
I love working with students because I have two daughters and two grandsons. I enjoy having fun with my family and friends. I love music and I still attempt to dance sometimes.
Support Staff
Mrs. Anne E. Levin, LCSW
Mental Health Specialist
Anne Levin, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with A Masters Degree in Social Work from The University of Maryland with a clinical concentration on children and families. Ms Levin joined the Phoenix team in fall of 2021 as our Mental Health Specialist. Ms Levin brings a wealth of clinical experience to Phoenix Academy, with over twenty years of experience in a variety of settings, including juvenile justice, residential treatment, community mental health, and education. Prior to joining Phoenix Academy, Ms. Levin worked with Cardinal Innovations, as a Behavioral Health Care Manager, coordinating care for families whose children were admitted to psychiatric residential treatment facilities. In addition, Ms. Levin worked for Orange, Person and Chatham Mental Health as a Department of Juvenile Justice Mental Health Liaison where she provided administration and oversight of Juvenile Justice Substance Abuse and Mental Health Grant (JJSAMPH). Ms Levin uses a strength-based approach to working with children and families and is skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy, care management, assessment, advocacy and individual and family therapy.
Degrees and Certifications:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Master of Social Work- University of Maryland, Bachelor of Social Work- University of Georgia, Bachelors of Arts- Kent State University
Email: hhumphrey@chccs.k12.nc.us
Mr. Jeff Lang
Instructional Lab Coordinator
Mr. Lang is the new Instructional Lab Coordinator. He comes to us from Durham, and after having served Riverside High School for 25 years.
Degrees and Certifications:
English Language Arts
Mrs. Kechia Harper
SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER
Phoenix Academy, Virtual Academy, Spire Academy.
Mrs. Jessica Wallace
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Phoenix, and Virtual Academy
Mrs. Sonia Logan
SPIRE COUNSELOR
Mr. Keith Raitano
EC Resource Assistant, Nutrition Assistant, Activity Bus Driver
Former football, wrestling, and baseball coach. Assists all teachers with students needing extra accommodations.
Degrees and Certifications:
A.S. Liberal Arts/ Physical Education
B.S. Health Education/ Physical Education/ Recreation/ Psychology
American Red Cross
Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED
First Responder
B.S. Health Education/ Physical Education/ Recreation/ Psychology
American Red Cross
Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED
First Responder
Email: jawilliams@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: 919-918-2300 ext. 32293
Dr. Jon Dixon
Principal
Dr. Dixon is a 25-year veteran educator in North Carolina, having served as an Exceptional Children's instructor in Granville, Franklin and Durham Counties before beginning his service as a school leader.
Degrees & Certifications:
UNC-Chapel Hill - Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
NC State University - Master's Degree in School Administration
NC State University - Doctoral Degree in Education
NC Certified Superintendent
NC Certified Principal
NC Certified Curriculum Specialist
NC Certified Exceptional Children's Teacher
Mr. Ryan Kulikowski
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Ms. Aaliyah King
RECEPTIONIST, DATA MANAGER, BOOKKEEPER
Phoenix, Virtual, Spire Academy
Ms. King has been in the educational field for over 13+ years, having served as a Teacher Assistant at Frank Porter Graham Elementary School, and Rashkis Elementary School, Afterschool Group Leader in Durham Public Schools, and Daycare Provider for 5 years. Ms. King has an associate degree in Fine Arts in Visual Arts from Durham Technical Community College. She has been with Phoenix Academy for 2 years.
Email: Aking@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: (919)918-2300 Ext. 32216