Academics
Teaching, Leading, and Learning Department
In Rome City Schools, our mission is to provide a world-class education that will ensure all students graduate from Rome High School prepared for college or work. Therefore, we are committed to providing all students with a relevant and rigorous learning experience to engaging instruction using high-quality instructional materials. This approach has helped to develop a Coherent Instructional Framework that is clear, consistent, and comprehensive. It allows students to understand complex concepts and build critical thinking skills, contributing to deeper understanding, higher levels of learning, and academic success.
Our Vision
All graduates of Rome High School will:
Be critical, creative thinkers and problem solvers,
Be effective communicators and collaborators,
Be financially literate,
Have learned how to persevere, and
Have developed the soft skills essential for
success in all facets of life.
Our Mission
All students will graduate from Rome High School prepared for college or work.
Our Core Beliefs For Teaching and Learning
All students have the right to learn.
We will provide equity and access for all students.
We will create safe spaces for teaching and learning that are welcoming, engaging, supportive and collaborative.
Teaching, Leading, and Learning Team
The Rome City Schools Teaching, Leading, and Learning Team is comprised of:
Dr. Barbara Patrick-Lashley:
Deputy Superintendent
Coretta Stewart:
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Jennifer Perkins:
Director of Secondary School Improvement & Professional Learning
John Fricks:
Director of Instructional Technology and Communications
Kristin Teems:
Director of Assessment and Accountability
Laura Walley:
Director of Federal Programs
Marores Perry: Director of CTAE
Dr. Wesley Styles: SIS and Accountability Coordinator
Sabrina Teems: Gifted/STEM/PBIS Specialist
Ms. Sarita Brock: ESOL Coordinator