Science
Bell

Amanda Bell
Teacher
B.A. Communication Media, NC State
Work:
919-494-2332
Ms. Bell graduated from Franklinton High School before earning her bachelor's degree at NC State. She is currently working towards her Master's in Science Education. Outside of school, you'll usually find Ms. Bell traveling, at a concert, or watching women's basketball. She also coaches volleyball at FHS.
Hudson, B.

Breanna Hudson
High School Science Teacher
B.S. Secondary Science Education (Biology), North Carolina State University
B.A. Biology, North Carolina State University
B.A. Biology, North Carolina State University
Work:
919-494-2332
Ms. Hudson is a graduate of North Carolina State University, and Franklinton High School. In her free time she enjoys traveling, going to trivia, and watching sports. She is also on the coaching staff for Volleyball and Swimming at FHS.
Hudson, R.
Mrs. Roxanne Hudson
Teacher
B.S. Zoology, North Carolina State University
B. S. Microbiology, North Carolina State University
B. S. Microbiology, North Carolina State University
Work:
919-494-2332
Mrs. Hudson is originally from Franklinton and is a graduate of Franklinton High School. After earning her degree from NC State University, she worked as a molecular specialist at Duke University Medical Center before transitioning to the private sector as a product development scientist with Becton Dickinson. She began her teaching career at Franklinton Middle School in 2014 and then moved to Franklinton High School in 2016.
McCawley

Jaclyn McCawley
Teacher
B.S. Life Science Education, Pennsylvania State University
Work:
919-494-2332
Ms. McCawley has been teaching science since 2011, and has been at Franklinton High since 2019. Her main focuses are Biology and Earth Environmental Science. She enjoys spending her time outside of class with her variety of pets and travelling.
Neujahr

Danielle Neujahr
Teacher
B.S. Wildlife and Fisheries, North Carolina State University
M.A. Coaching and Athletic Administration, University of Concordia Irvine
M.A. Coaching and Athletic Administration, University of Concordia Irvine
Work:
919-494-2332
My name is Danielle Neujahr and I have been teaching science for the past 8 years in Franklin County Schools. After school, I work as an athletic trainer for Franklinton Middle School (Full Time) as well as Franklinton High School (part time). I graduated from NC State (Go Pack!) with a degree in Wildlife and Fisheries and obtained a Master in Coaching from the University of Concordia. I'm married and have a son who is almost one. I love the outdoors and am passionate about protecting the environment.
Ritter

Ms. Heather Ritter
Teacher
BS. Biology Minor Forensics, University of South Carolina
Masters of Education Administration and Leadership, Capella University.
Masters of Education Administration and Leadership, Capella University.
Work:
919-494-2332
Ms. Ritter, has served in the US Navy, worked in a Forensic Crime Lab, before becoming a teacher. She is entering her 19th year of teaching. She lives in Youngsville with a cat named Griffin and a Chihuahua named Tequila. Her three children all graduates of Franklinton High School. She is defiantly a mountain over beach person, but spends her free time visiting with friends and family. Ms. Ritter is also one of the Drivers Ed Instructors for both the classroom and behind the wheel training. She also runs the 21st Century Learning Community after school from 3-6 via a grant from NC State.
Smith

Tori Smith
Science Teacher
B.A. Psychology, Appalachian State University
Work:
919-494-2332
Ms. Smith graduated from Franklinton High School before pursuing her degree at Appalachian State University. Inspired by her passion for learning, she encourages her students to find what excites them about learning new things. She is also passionate about helping the environment and teaches her students how they can make a difference for our planet. Outside of school, Ms. Smith spends her time with friends and family, finding a new recipe, or hanging out with her dog, Rufus.
