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August 29, 2022 0 Comments Schools in High Point Extraordinary Educators Extraordinary Educators GCS, Guilford County Schools ..., High Point Schools Partnership, HPSP, Triangle Lake Montessori,
Extraordinary Educator: Nicole Martorano


Great communities have great schools. High Point Schools Partnership creates impactful connections between our schools and the wider community to ensure students and their families are supported and can reach their full potential in High Point schools.

Part of High Point Schools Partnerships’ mission is to improve the image of our schools through storytelling. Who better to tell the stories of High Point’s schools than the people experiencing it first-hand? In this series of articles, we will highlight our 2022 High Point Extraordinary Educators as we dive deeper into what keeps them motivated in the face of constant challenges.


2022 Extraordinary Educator: Nicole Martorano

Nicole Martorano started her teaching career at Triangle Lake Montessori 5 years ago. She has loved being able to merge the Montessori philosophy with the curriculum to give students the best educational experience possible. 

Dr. Pamela L. Ford, the principal of Triangle Lake Montessori, describes Ms. Martorano as “a leader within the school and is well respected by administration, colleagues, and students.”

According to Dr.Ford, Ms. Martorano “brings a joyful spirit to our school community, with her grace and courtesy being in the forefront in everything she does.”

Ms. Martorano wants her students to know “I love you guys! Never stop learning. The world has knowledge that extends beyond the classroom.”

Q: What inspired you to become an educator?

A: As a child, I always looked up to my teachers. I have also always enjoyed working with kids. The moment I knew I wanted to be a teacher was during my first education course at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. They put us in an elementary classroom immediately and from that moment on, I continued to study elementary education. 

Q: What’s your teaching/leadership style?

A: My teaching style is based on modeling and encouraging independence. The joy a student feels when they can do something by themselves is amazing to see. Building strong bonds at the beginning of the year is essential to a successful year.  My students see learning as a lifelong opportunity, not just something they do at school.

Q: Do you have a classroom motto or philosophy you abide by? Why?

A: My mottos change depending on the group of students I have each year. A lot of the time, they involve confidence, trying new things, and never giving up. 

Q: What’s your favorite part about every day?

A: The best part about every day is seeing the students walk down the hallway every morning when they arrive. They are so excited, greeting all of the teachers in the hall, and ready to get the day started. 

Q: What’s your most memorable moment as an educator?

A: I have many memorable moments. Being recognized as the rookie teacher of the year after my first year of teaching was very inspiring and memorable. Now 5 years later, I am recognized as the teacher of the year for my school and nominated as an extraordinary educator. 

Ms. Martorano is just one of High Point’s 2022 Extraordinary Educators. Tune in for the next few weeks to hear more stories and inspiring moments from our local teachers!


Thank you so much to Nicole Martorano for your dedication to High Point’s students. Congratulations on being selected as your school’s 2022 Extraordinary Educator!

To find out more about High Point Schools Partnership and our work, please visit our Facebook page and check out our page on Guilford Education Alliance’s website.

Article written by High Point Schools Partnership Staff

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November 24, 2021 0 Comments Schools in High Point Extraordinary Leaders Extraordinary Leader GCS, Guilford County Schools ..., High Point Schools Partnership, HPSP, Triangle Lake Montessori,
Extraordinary Leader: Pamela Ford

The High Point Schools Partnership had the privilege of sitting down and talking with Dr. Pamela Ford, principal of Triangle Lake Montessori. An Alamance County native, Ford received all four of her degrees in Education-related fields. She received her undergraduate and one of her master’s degrees from North Carolina A&T and her other master’s degrees and doctoral degrees from the University of North Carolina Greensboro. Ford has had a decorated 26 years in education serving students as a teacher, technology facilitator, curriculum facilitator, Assistant Principal, and now Principal both at the Elementary and Middle school level. 

Ford is passionate about the idea of education saving lives. She believes that school should be a safe and positive environment for all students; it can give them a different look on life. Ford believes in accepting students as they are and helping them reach their full potential, much like her students did for her. She wants all of her students to know they have a place in her school.

When asked about great things going on in her school, Ford pointed right to her media specialist, and HPSP Extraordinary Educator, Janita Jackson. Jackson has been instrumental in the student engagement surrounding their “Maker Lab”; this is a part computer lab and part maker space. Jackson is also spearheading a virtual book fair where adults can use a custom e-wallet to purchase books for their students. Ford also mentioned their annual literacy night will now be a drive-through maze for students to enjoy. Jackson was also responsible for helping to secure and utilize grants from the High Point Community Foundation and ESSER Funds. 

In addition to these great projects surrounding literacy, Ford also mentioned their new outdoor classroom space. She is hopeful that this will provide a positive learning environment and space for outside guests to come in and share safely. In addition, Ford highlighted Triangle Lake’s involvement in Go Far. 


Thank you Pamela for sitting down and talking with us. We look forward to continuing to talk with and highlight different High Point principals and all the good going on at their school.

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November 15, 2021 0 Comments Schools in High Point Extraordinary Educators Extraordinary Educators GCS, Guilford County Schools ..., High Point Schools Partnership, HPSP, Triangle Lake Montessori,
Extraordinary Educator: Janita Jackson
Janita Jackson, Triangle Lake Montessori School awarded High Point Extraordinary Educator by the High Point School Schools Partnership at High Point Country Club, High Point, N.C., Friday, August 20, 2021. (Lynn Hey photo)

2021 Extraordinary Educators: Janita Jackson


Great communities have great schools. High Point Schools Partnership creates impactful connections between our schools and the wider community to ensure students and their families are supported and can reach their full potential in High Point schools.

Part of High Point Schools Partnerships’ mission is to improve the image of our schools through storytelling. Who better to tell the stories of High Point’s schools than the people experiencing it first-hand? In this series of eight articles, we will highlight our 2021 High Point Extraordinary Educators as we dive deeper into what keeps them motivated in the face of constant challenges.


Janita Jackson

Janita Jackson has been the media specialist at Triangle Lake Montessori for five years. Prior to working as a media specialist, she worked as an English Language Arts teacher. She loves helping both younger students and staff, and her position “gives her the opportunity to do that.”

Pamela Ford, the principal at Triangle Lake Montessori, says Ms. Jackson is “a true leader in the school this past year as technology was a huge focus.”

Ford was “impressed with how Ms. Jackson took charge of facilitating and guiding the staff and stakeholders as we transitioned to being one-to-one with technology during remote learning and in-person learning. She is known at our school as the ‘Technology Guru’ and the ‘Book Ninja!’”

Q: What inspired you to become an educator?

A: I was originally an English Language Arts teacher and I was inspired to become one by the many wonderful educators I encountered throughout my own education. Because I wanted to focus more on literacy, technology, and instill a genuine joy of reading great literature, I decided to switch avenues and become a librarian.

Q: What’s your teaching/leadership style?

A: Staying positive and straightforward, helpful while at the same time teaching others how to do whatever they need themselves.

Q: Do you have a classroom motto or philosophy you abide by? Why?

A: As a leader in my school and my library, I strive to inspire and teach the students, staff, administration, and stakeholders. I aim to create an atmosphere of support, collaboration, and accommodation within the school community. Most importantly, I believe that through character traits such as kindness and compassion, I can maintain continuous personal growth and make a lasting impact on everyone I encounter. For the kids it is: The Library is the place to “BEE”! Bee Kind, Bee Honest, Bee Safe!

Q: What’s your favorite part about every day?

A: The best part of the day is when the students, in all grades, come to visit the library. They love this place! I wish I could bottle their enthusiasm and joy at seeing the books and/or me. It’s infectious. I love waving at them, hearing them say “Hey Ms. Jackson,” and prior to COVID, giving out hugs to a hundred kids a day.

Q: What’s your most memorable moment as an educator?

A: It’s the little things. Being nominated as an extraordinary educator is one, but others include (but are not limited to) tying shoes, helping a child find a favorite or new book, solving a technology problem for a teacher, being a leader on the School Based Leadership Team, advocating for my library, graduating with my master’s degree. These moments are all memorable to me!

If Ms. Jackson could tell her students anything, she would say “I love you, always make time to read.”

If she could tell students’ parents anything, she would encourage them to “read to your children and encourage them to be responsible with their books and technology.”


Thank you so much to Janita Jackson for your dedication to High Point’s students. Congratulations on being selected as your school’s 2021 Extraordinary Educator!

To find out more about High Point Schools Partnership and our work, please visit our Facebook page and check out our page on Guilford Education Alliance’s website.

Article written by High Point Schools Partnership Staff

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