Our School

Hello and Welcome to JWM Middle School!

Having served Florence One Schools for the past twenty-seven years, primarily as an administrator, I am pleased to continue my service as the 6th-grade administrator for JWM 6th Grade Academy.

My earliest years of service in Florence One School began at Timrod Elementary School as a 6th grade teacher; my core subject was math. After several years there and earning a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of South Carolina, I became the assistant principal at Greenwood Elementary School. My time there provided many fulfilling years, creating fond memories and fostering lifelong friendships with parents, families, and staff. 

As I continue in service here at Moore Middle School, I look forward to all that the year holds for our rising Moore Lions as they transition from elementary to middle school! I’ve been asked the question before, “What do you enjoy most about being an educator?” As the years pass, I find that my response remains the same. My greatest joy is nurturing students and watching them grow and mature socially, emotionally and academically! I look forward to the same this year!

Welcome to 7th Grade! I’m looking forward to a great year of learning, growth, and partnership. This is an important time in a student’s journey, and I’m here to support a smooth transition, consistent structure, and a strong school-to-home connection throughout the year.

I currently serve as the Assistant Principal. My background is in middle-level education, and I hold a Master’s degree in Educational Administration. My focus is on maintaining a safe, orderly, and supportive environment where students can grow academically and personally.

I believe in setting clear expectations, being consistent, and working closely with teachers, staff, and families to ensure student success. I also value strong communication and structure—two things I believe every school community needs to thrive.

Hello and welcome to 8th grade!

I am a native of Columbia, SC, graduating from Richland Northeast High School earning distinctions from the Horizons Honors Magnet Program and the Palmetto Center for the Arts Vocal Magnet Program. My capstone project was the evolution of Black Gospel Music. In addition to being vocalist, I am a trained classical pianist. I use my musical talents at my home church of Second Calvary Baptist Church in Columbia as well as other Columbia-area churches. 

I graduated from Winthrop University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education in 2014. I am certified in early childhood and elementary education. In addition, I am certified mentor and administrator in the state of South Carolina. In 2014, I began my teaching career in Richland School District Two at Bethel-Hanberry Elementary School in Blythewood, SC where I led several grade level and curriculum teams. 

As an educator, my passion is using data to inform and improve instruction. I enjoy sharing data to help students gain confidence in their abilities and keep track of their accomplishments. I also enjoy the challenge of making difficult and abstract concepts easier to understand. 

My name is Karen Goin and I have been with Florence 1 Schools since 2000.  My first 20 years were spent as an Elementary Computer Teacher but in the 20-21 school year I became the Attendance Clerk for Moore Middle School! I am very excited to start this new year and see what new challenges await for me!

I have been a proud member of Florence 1 Schools for several years, working in the front office of various schools. I am committed to supporting our teachers, students, and families while contributing to a smooth, day-to-day operation of our school. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family, traveling, and working in my yard. I am happy to be part of the Moore team and make a difference in students' lives.

I have my Masters in Business Management with a graduate certificate for nonprofit management. From a young age I wanted to do something to make a difference. I look forward to working at the Lion's Den.

I have been with F1S since 2018 working as a Kindergarten Assistant at Carver Elementary and Attendance Clerk at West Florence High School. I am looking forward to working with administration, staff, students, and their parents as we continue to put students 1st! I'm very excited about this new opportunity and thrill to be apart of the Lion's Den!

My roots are firmly planted in Florence 1 Schools, having graduated from West Florence High School. I then pursued my passion for education at Francis Marion University, playing softball while earning my degree in Early Childhood Education. My commitment to growth led me to Coastal Carolina University for a master’s in Instructional Technology, where I also gained a certification in online teaching and training. Most recently, I completed my PhD in Curriculum and Instruction at Liberty University.

A significant part of my professional journey has been dedicated to teacher wellness, researching teacher burnout and its impact on retention. My hands-on experience in the classroom includes six years teaching first grade, followed by three years as a STEM teacher for grades 1st-5th.

I am thrilled to begin my first year as the Curriculum Coordinator at Moore Middle School. This role aligns perfectly with my lifelong desire to lead and guide others in their educational journey—a yearning that stems from the simple excitement of seeing students’ eyes light up with understanding and the profound trust built when they feel safe to learn and grow, even through mistakes. I am excited about supporting our dedicated teachers and fostering an enriching learning environment for all our students, providing whatever assistance is needed to help them succeed.

I was born in Roxbury Massachusetts and lived blocks away from New Edition. We moved to SC in the early 80's which landed me in Lamar where I graduated in 1989. I played 2 years of College Football but my career was cut short by an injury. I have coached and mentored hundreds of kids with six of them making it to the pros. I joined F1S in 2012 as a class assistant and varsity basketball assistant coach at South Florence. During my tenure here in F1S I have coached football at Southside and Sneed. I was also the first boys basketball coach here at Moore and currently entering my 4th year as an ISS Monitor.

I am new to Florence 1 Schools but I’ve always wanted to work in the education system. As the receptionist, I am committed to providing and supporting our staff, students and families with smooth day to day operation of our school! I’m excited to be apart of the Moore Middle School Family!!!

I am excited to be the new STEAM Coach at Moore. This will be my 14th year as a Moore Lion and my 20th year in Education. I have taught 5th-12th grade science and have been a STEAM teacher for the last 9 years. I am from Sumter, SC. I stayed close to home and got a Bachelor's of Science degree in Biology from Francis Marion University and then continued on to Coastal Carolina to get my Masters of Art in Teaching. After completing my M.A.T. I continued my education getting certified in Gifted and Talented.

I believe it is imperative to have the STEAM program in schools. STEAM allows students to
step out of their comfort zone, try new things, provide new opportunities, and teaches them a
whole new way to interact with the classroom material they might not get otherwise.

I can't wait to start this new school year and see all the wonderful things that are in store for
Moore!

Hi, I’m Ada Ware—a proud Dillon, SC native and graduate of Francis Marion University (B.A. in Mass Communication/Business Administration) and Webster University (M.A. in Human Resources Management). I’m a mom to one amazing son, Malachi.

I’ve spent the past three years at Moore Middle School as a STEM teacher, covering Financial Literacy, Flight & Space, Drones, and Agriculture. I also coach volleyball (5 seasons strong), advise Student Council and FBLA, and was honored as the Pee Dee Conference Volleyball Coach of the Year and December Advisor of the Month. This year, I’m excited to step into the role of Technology Coach.

Before teaching, I worked in banking—education is my second career and true calling. My mission is to Educate, Engage, and Empower.