jflorip@spotsylvania.k12.va.us  

Serving as Assistant Principal at Chancellor Middle School is a tremendous honor.  Before this role, I served as a teacher at Chancellor Middle School for eight years and at Thornburg Middle School for two years. Aside from teaching 7th grade Civics and Economics, during my teaching career, I also fulfilled the roles of Grade Level Chair, Social Studies Department Chair, and Athletic Director.  I was born and raised in Alpena, Michigan, and earned my Bachelor of Arts in Education from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.  I received a Master of Education in Administration and Supervision from the University of Mary Washington.  Outside of work, my hobbies and interests include government and politics, history and other non-fiction reading, golfing, being outdoors, and exploring the historical sites our great area and Commonwealth has to offer.  I’m also an avid sports fan, with college football as my favorite.  I love working at Chancellor Middle School.  We have a school full of great people- students and staff alike.  Our students have limitless capabilities, and I have been very blessed to work with them and to be able to continue to work with them in an administrative capacity.

jmereles@spotsylvania.k12.va.us

I am thrilled to return to Chancellor Middle School as Assistant Principal and serve our school community. Prior to this role, I spent ten years as a teacher at Chancellor Middle School. Afterward, I transitioned to a division-level position, supporting Spotsylvania’s English as a Second Language (ESOL) program as the K-12 EL School and Learning Support Specialist. I later served as the Coordinator of Secondary ESOL for Stafford County Schools.

I am a career switcher to education. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Administration of Justice from UVA-Wise and a Master of Science in Security Management. My transition into education included completing my licensure through the Educate VA Career Switcher program and earning my administration endorsement from Longwood University.

Outside of work, I am a wife and mother who loves spending quality time with my family and making lasting memories. When I'm not with them, you can find me reading, going for a walk, or attending church. Chancellor Middle School feels like home to me, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to return and serve the students, families, and staff once again.

rbryant@spotsylvania.k12.va.us

Mr Bryant has spent the last 24 years working in Spotsylvania County between Chancellor High and Chancellor Middle School. He has served as a Business Teacher, Assistant Girls Soccer Coach, CTE Department Chair and the last 6 years as an Administrative Intern. Before coming to Spotsylvania in 2000, he spent 4 years in Prince William County Schools working as a Security Officer and was in charge of the In School Suspension and After School Detention Programs at Potomac High School. Mr. Bryant completed his bachelor's degree in Organizational Management at Radford University and earned his master's degree in Educational Leadership at the University of Mary Washington. In his spare time, he enjoys watching sports and spending time with his family. Mr. Bryant loves working with our students helping them prepare for high school success and to become a productive part of our community.

I grew up in Richmond, Virginia. I attended J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College where I earned an associates in Social Sciences with a focus on teacher education. I transferred into Virginia Commonwealth University where I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Master of Teaching. I started my teaching career at Harrison Road Elementary School as a 4th Grade teacher where I also taught 3rd grade. After four years in Elementary School I made the switch to Middle School as a 6th grade math teacher. I also taught 6th grade Science for a year. In 2020 I transitioned into my role as Instructional Coordinator here at Chancellor Middle and have been serving our students, teachers, and community since!