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Team Defenders 8

Team Defenders Teachers

We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.

- Aristotle

On Team Defenders, we believe that excellence is not a skill; it is an attitude

In 8th grade, students learn to embrace challenges, see mistakes as opportunities to grow, and push themselves to reach new goals.
They also develop leadership skills by taking responsibility, supporting their peers, and becoming positive role models as they prepare for high school.
We also help them develop strong habits—staying organized, managing time wisely, and coming prepared—so they feel confident and capable both in and out of the classroom.

Meet Our Faculty

Zach Coole

Zach Coole

Titles: Math Teacher
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Caleb McNichols

Caleb McNichols

Titles: Social Studies Teacher
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Kristin Samples

Kristin Samples

Titles: 8th Grade Science Teacher, Science Department Chairperson
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Derek Wells

Derek Wells

Titles: 8th Grade ELA Teacher
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Co-teachers and Intervention from Team Interveniente 

Darcy Hahn

Darcy Hahn

Titles: Intervention Specialist
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Craig McMurry

Craig McMurry

Titles: Intervention Specialist
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Shawnett Schubert

Shawnett Schubert

Titles: Intervention Specialist
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