Dr. Sharon Griffith

Dr. Sharon Griffith, 6th Grade Assistant Principal

I’m Dr. Sharon Griffith, and I’m honored to serve as your 6th Grade Assistant Principal. This year marks my 28th in public education. My journey began in New York City, where I taught grades 4–8, before making North Carolina home and spending 11 incredible years teaching middle school right here in Durham. I later transitioned to Central Office, supporting schools as a middle school literacy specialist and K–12 literacy coordinator. My passion for student achievement and school improvement led me to pursue school leadership.

I hold a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Grand Canyon University, along with Master’s Degrees in School Administration from North Carolina Central University and Curriculum & Instruction from Fordham University. I’m also proud to be National Board Certified in English Language Arts for Adolescents (ages 11–15).

Outside of work, I’m a proud book lover who enjoys getting lost in great reads, playing Wordle most nights, spending quality time with my family, and practicing Hot Yoga. I believe middle school is a powerful time to shape young minds and hearts, and I’m excited for a year of growth, collaboration, and meaningful experiences here at #OurBrogden.

Let’s make it a great year!

2025-2026

6th Grade Staff

At Brogden Middle School, we strive to create a strong foundation for our students, and one way we do this is through our 6th Grade team structures, which are named after colleges and universities in the UNC system. This helps introduce students to higher education early on and encourages a mindset of academic achievement and future success.

NCCU Eagles

Eagles

Ms. Khaleah Scott, 6th Grade Science

Mr. Luis Cordova, 6th Grade Math

Dr. Tonia Olson, 6th Grade ELA

Mr. Noah Winberry, 6th Grade Social Studies

UNCG Spartans

Spartans

Ms. Holly Zimmerman, 6th Grade Humanities

Mrs. Angeline Bere-Mpinda, 6th Grade Math

Ms. Zoe Hall, 6th Grade ESL/ELA

Mr. Sergio Iscoa, 6th Grade Science/DLI Science

NC State Wolfpack

Wolfpack

Dr. Patrenia McDowell, 6th Grade ELA

Ms. Almira Mbah, 6th Grade Math

Dr. Michelle Furges, 6th Math Science

Dr. Timothy Rhue, 6th Grade Social Studies