For over a decade, Courtnee Roberts has been in the classroom as an English Language, Social Studies, Journalism and Music teacher. She has previously taught in Kentucky, Abaco, and most recently at Windsor School Old Fort and Albany, with specialization in middle school education. Ms. Courtnee has trained and taught at the IGCSE level in the Cambridge curriculum. She has also had high passes at the BJC English level. Ms. Courtnee is also a part-time lecturer at the University of The Bahamas´ English Studies Department.Prior to joining Meridian, Ms. Courtnee was a journalist for 10 years starting out as a features and news reporter, which has honed her love for the written and spoken word. She holds a Master of Arts degree in English from the University of the Cumberlands, a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Messiah College, and a diploma in Spanish from the CLIC Universidad in Spain. She is a licensed teacher with the Kentucky State Education Board. In her spare time, Ms. Courtnee enjoys spending time with her family, running half marathons, reading, restaurant hopping, and traveling.

Co-Vice Principal/Pre School Coordinator and Rising 5T: Ms. Terez CleareMy name is Ms. Terez and I am a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Educator with over two decades of experience. I am ably assisted yet again by the lovely Ms. Teanna Smith. Ms. Teanna has been employed with The Meridian School for 7 years. I’ve enjoyed exploring new teaching methods to help students with different learning styles within the classroom and strongly believe in “Building relationships while fostering a love for learning through play.” My favorite quote is, “It's the things we play with and the people who help us play that make a great difference in our lives.” Mr. Rodgers. I’m inspired daily by my biological children and students and enjoy family time, traveling, and listening to worship music.

Co-Vice Principal; Grade 4 & Lead Teacher for Math & Science Grades 4-6: Ms. Lesley Zlicha Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow. - Anthony J. D’Angelo Welcome back to a new and exciting school year at The Meridian School! My name is Ms. Lesley and I am assisted by the wonderful Ms. Shantia Pennerman. I have enjoyed teaching children in New York and Nassau for more than twenty years and have been teaching at Meridian for the last seventeen years. My educational background includes a master’s degree in childhood education from Long Island University, New York, and certification from The University of the State of New York Education Department. I am passionate about teaching children and encouraging lifelong learning. Reading is my absolute favorite thing to do, especially while sipping my delicious coffee and cuddling with my cute fur babies. I am a mom of three fabulous children and a ‘class mommy’ to so many more. I adore my students and feel fortunate to be a part of their educational journey, staying connected even after the fourth grade. Seeing my boys and girls blossom, mature, make incredible improvements, and develop a greater interest in expanding their knowledge is remarkable. I look forward to a fantastic year full of fun learning and character building with lots of love and warm hugs.