Science
Lynch
Department Chair

Erin Lynch
Science Department Chair, Science Teacher
B.A. Biology, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Work:
919-494-2332 ext. 321519
Mrs. Lynch has been teaching since 2004 and has taught Biology, AP Biology and Honors Anatomy & Physiology at Franklinton High School since 2007. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a degree in Biological Science. She received her National Boards in 2009 and renewed her National Boards in 2018. Mrs. Lynch became certified in Academically and Intellectually Gifted education in 2022. She loves teaching science to students through labs and hands-on experience. Mrs. Lynch teaches Regular Biology, Honors Biology, Advanced Placement Biology and Honors Anatomy & Physiology.
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.
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
B.S. Biology, 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 18th 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 is also one of the friendly faces you will see at the football/basketball/volleyball gates.
Vick

Ryan Vick
Teacher, Coach
B.S. in Biology, East Carolina University
B.A. Chemistry, East Carolina University
Master of Science Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, East Carolina University
B.A. Chemistry, East Carolina University
Master of Science Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, East Carolina University
Work:
919-494-2332
Mr. Vick is a 2005 graduate of Franklinton High School. After graduating from East Carolina in 2009 with degrees in Biology and Chemistry he continued his studies and earned a Masters of Science in Molecular Biology. Mr. Vick began teaching at Franklinton High School in the spring semester of 2014, he is currently teaching Chemistry and Biology, but has experience teaching Physical Science. Mr. Vick is also the Head Coach for both Boys and Girls Golf at Franklinton High School.
