Administration
Dr. Tim Taylor
Dr. Tim Taylor, Principal
Dr. Taylor began his career as a middle school social studies teacher in Arizona. He began his career in school administration as an assistant principal in Davie County Schools before joining Cabarrus County Schools in 2014 as an assistant principal at Northwest Cabarrus Middle School. In 2016, he moved into the lead adminstrative role (or the "lead learner," as Dr. Taylor says) as principal of Coltrane-Webb Elementary School. Dr. Taylor joined Hickory Ridge Middle in 2019 and has loved every minute being a Maverick!
Dr. Taylor earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Indiana University and a doctorate degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He is excited about meeting each and every student, and he is proud of his role in supporting Maverick families and staff as we continue to build a strong, positive, and innovative school.
Ms. Stephanie Thomas
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Dr. Tempest Leake
Dr. Tempest Leake, Assistant Principal
Tempest Leake, Ed.D., is a North Carolina native and has spent 19 years in education. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts from North Carolina State University and her Master’s and Doctorate from Gardner-Webb University. Her career in education includes being a science teacher, instructional coach, testing coordinator, and currently an assistant principal. Dr. Leake is passionate about education and has devoted her time to mentoring, coaching, and guiding young students and teachers to being the best version of themselves. She enjoys spending time with her children and family. She is excited to join the Maverick Family!
Ms. Hillman Brown