| Adam Howard, Math
"I have 20 years of experience teaching math. Before I became a teacher I was a chemical process controls engineer. I enjoy traveling and reading." | |
 | Fred Jackson, Math
Reading, writing, and arithmetic are the basics of education, the keys to success as we all know. But, I was a stubborn child and a barely adequate student, “too cool for school”, but fortunately I squeaked by. In my high school years, I discovered an affinity for numbers. I loved the simplicity, logic, and consistency of mathematics, and I realized math is all around us. I joined the Air Force after high school and in the subsequent 23 years learned unique applications for math…think missiles, trajectories, and orbits to name a few. While on active duty, I completed my Master’s Degree and had the extreme privilege of teaching at the University of Colorado-Boulder. After retiring from the USAF, I decided to bring my love of numbers to a younger crowd. I enjoy sharing my love of numbers and arithmetic with today’s High School students. I spent the last 8 years teaching high school math in Mississippi and look forward to working with the students of Roane County High School. Maybe, just maybe, I can ignite a passion for numbers in another “adequate student” like myself. |
 | Steffany Korte, English
I grew up here in Kingston and graduated from Roane County High School, so I was very excited for the opportunity to be an educator in my hometown. After graduating from Middle Tennessee State University, my husband and I moved away for a few years. So when the opportunity to move back presented itself, I was excited for my three children to also get to experience growing up in this wonderful community. We love spending time at the lake and enjoy working on our little hobby farm raising chickens, ducks, and rabbits. I’m am honored to be a teacher at my Alma Mater! Go Jackets! |
 | Joe Layne, Math
Joe Layne will be entering his 27th year in education this school year, teaching Algebra I at RCHS, while entering his second season as Head Boys' Basketball Coach. Last year, he taught at Cherokee Middle School and the previous 21 years, he worked at Wartburg Central High School. Joe is married to Missy Layne, and they have two daughters, Annabeth (a 2022 RCHS graduate) and Ellie (a RCHS sophomore). |
 | Caroline McDonald, Foreign Language
Hello! I’m Caroline, the new language teacher at Kingston! I graduated from Tennessee Tech with a major in French plus three minors in Spanish, English, and history. I love to play stringed instruments, travel, and practice interior design. Roane County High Scool is my alma mater and I’m so excited to be home! |
 | Toni Montross, English
"Originally from Brisbane, Australia, I moved to Tennessee with my husband and three girls several years ago, and simply love it here in the Volunteer State. I enjoy horseback riding, skiing, kayaking, hiking, playing with our five dogs, and directing musical theatre. I am excited to be teaching at Roane County High School this year." |
 | Laci Pryor, Biology
"Hello! My Name is Laci Pryor. This will be my second year teaching and I was also a substitute teacher for many years. I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in educational studies from Western Governors University in 2021. I also graduated this year from Maryville College with a master’s in teaching secondary biology. I am a lifelong resident of Roane County and am so happy to be teaching in the community I love! I am so excited to join the yellow jacket family and can’t wait to share my love of biology!" |
 | Katy Stout, Business
"Hello, I'm Katy Stout! I started working in Human Resources the week right after graduating from TTU with a Bachelor's in Business Administration. I can't wait to use what I've learned in Corporate America to help educate the next generation of employees and leaders. When I'm not at work, I like to do anything fun with my husband and daughter, creating as many memories as possible! I graduated from RCHS what feels like forever ago, and I'm so excited to be back!" |
New Faces at Roane Co. High!
August 3, 2023