Our Team

Our team of educators is dedicated to providing the highest quality education to our students. We are passionate about teaching and learning, and we strive to create a dynamic and engaging classroom environment that inspires our students to reach their full potential.

The Meridian School has a wonderful team of talented, experienced and qualified teachers.

Please see their brief bios below and get to know our diverse teaching staff.

Ms. Lisa Sawyer-McCartney

DIRECTOR

Lisa N. Sawyer-McCartney, a charming and enigmatic individual, has dedicated her life to affording children and young adults the tools needed for personal and cultural success. Lisa is the founder and director of The Meridian School at Unicorn Village and Windsor Schools. She is the creative visionary behind The Meridian School Choir, an internationally traveled group of 40 students.

Mrs. Courtnee Roberts

PRINCIPAL

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.

Mrs. Courtnee Roberts

PRINCIPAL

Mrs. Shandera Belle

NURSERY

Hi, My name is Shandera Belle! I am excited to welcome you and your little one to our nursery class. I have been an educator for 19 years and at The Meridian for 4 years.

Ms. Deidre Gibson

RISING 3

My name is Mrs. Deidre, and I, along with Ms. Shaquale Ferguson, would like to formally welcome you to our Meridian family.

Ms. Ebone Been

RISING 4

I am Ms. Eboné Mae Been from the sunny shores of The Bahamas. Ms. Rayshan Roxbury and I welcome you to Rising 4!

Ms. Aisley Gomez

RISING 5A &

SPECIAL ED COORDINATOR

Hello! My name is Aisley Gomez and I have been a teacher for 11 years. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Pedagogy.

Ms. Terez Cleare

CO-VICE PRINCIPAL/PRE SCHOOL COORDINATOR AND RISING 5T

My name is Ms. Terez and I am a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Educator with over two decades of experience.

Mrs. Jovita Chea

GRADE 1

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you as parents/guardians of 1st grade. I am looking forward to working with each of my students and you, their parents.

Ms. Harmony Thompson

GRADE 2H

Hi, I’m Ms Harmony and I am delighted to be co-teaching second grade at Meridian this year with Ms. Dereal with our wonderful teaching assistant

Ms. Dereal Maycock

GRADE 2D

My name is Dereal Maycock. I am also known as Ms. D. I am a graduate of The University of The Bahamas with Honors in Early Childhood Education.

Ms. Melissa Carey

GRADE 3, LITERACY COORDINATOR & LEAD TEACHER FOR GRADES 1-3

My name is Ms. Melissa. This is my 13th year teaching at The Meridian School. I am a graduate of Queen’s College, The College of The Bahamas, and Barry University.

Ms. Lesley Zlicha

CO-VICE PRINCIPAL;

GRADE 4 & LEAD TEACHERS FOR MATH & SCIENCE GRADES 4-6

Welcome back to a new and exciting school year at The Meridian School! My name is Ms. Lesley and I am the 4th Grade teacher as well as the Upper Elementary Lead Teacher for Math & Science.

Mrs. Allyson Sweeting

GRADE 5 & LITERACY COORDINATOR GRADES 4-6

Warmest hellos and gracious smiles from me, Mrs. Allyson Sweeting, a life-long learner who happens to loooove teaching (extra oh-s).

Ms. BeLinda Wheeler

GRADE 6

Welcome to a brand new school year! I’m Ms. Belinda. I received my Bachelor’s of Education from The University of The Bahamas and Teacher’s license from Ontario College of Teachers

Mrs. Dashnique Dean

ION & Pre-ION Head Teacher

Hello! My name is Dashnique Miller (better known as Mrs. Dash). I am the special education teacher for the ION class at The Meridian School.

Mrs. Rachel Taylor-Brown

Pre ION

My name is Mrs. Rachel, and I am delighted to be joining The Meridian School team. I bring with me over 11 years of experience with professional certification working with individuals of varying abilities.

Mrs. Yenia Perez

SPANISH & MUSIC

My name is Señora Yenia, and I am the Spanish and Music teacher. This is my tenth year at The Meridian School and my 24th year as a teacher.

Ms. Temeka McKenzie

ART

My name is Temeka McKenzie and I teach art to the boys and girls at The Meridian School. This is my 15th year teaching art at the school and I absolutely love it.

Other faces you will see around campus:

Mr.Joseph Farley - STEM Teacher

Ms. Tiffany Collie -
Grade R5 TA

Mr. Alerro Jolly -
Grades 4 TA

Ms. RaMona Bethell - Grade 1 TA

Swimming: Coach Philip Davis ||

Physical Education: Justin Cunningham

Our Team

Ms. Lisa Sawyer-McCartney

Mrs. Courtnee Roberts

Mrs. Courtnee Roberts

Mrs. Shandera Belle

Ms. Deidre Gibson

Ms. Ebone Been

Ms. Aisley Gomez

Ms. Terez Cleare

Mrs. Jovita Chea

Ms. Harmony Thompson

Ms. Dereal Maycock

Ms. Melissa Carey

Ms. Lesley Zlicha

Mrs. Allyson Sweeting

Ms. BeLinda Wheeler

Mrs. Dashnique Dean

Mrs. Rachel Taylor-Brown

Mrs. Yenia Perez

Ms. Temeka McKenzie

Other faces you will see around campus:

Mr.Joseph Farley - STEM Teacher

Ms. Tiffany Collie - Grade R5 TA

Mr. Alerro Jolly - Grades 4 TA

Ms. RaMona Bethell - Grade 1 TA

Swimming: Coach Philip Davis ||

Physical Education: Justin Cunningham

Ms. Tiffany Collie -
Grade R5 TA

Mr. Alerro Jolly -
Grades 4 TA