Kayla Bristol

My name is Kayla Bristol and I am a speech teacher at North Bay Elementary School! I am from New Albany, MS. I attended the University of Mississippi in Oxford where I received a bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in music. Currently, I am attending William Carey University where I am working towards my master's degree in special education. I will be finish in May of 2020! I also hold an endorcement in elementary education for grades 4-6. 

I am happily married to my husband, Warren Bristol who works at BJHS as a band director. We have a beautiful 2 year old son named Blaise. 

I love teaching students correct speech production and helpiing them practice using correct speech sounds. I try my best to make therapy fun and strive to put a smile on each of my student's face!

Phone: (228) 435-6166

Email: Kayla.Bristol@biloxischools.net

Degrees and Certifications:

Bachelor's in Applied Sciences
Elementary Education Grades 4-6

Ms. Mary Lynn Makamson

Hey y’all!!! My name is Mary Lynn Makamson, and I teach Special Education at Back Bay Elementary. This is my first year teaching at Back Bay, and it is my 13th year teaching. I received my Bachelor’s from the University of Southern Mississippi in English:Literature in 2009.I then received my Masters from William Carey University in English Education in 2011 and got endorsed in Special Education.I got engaged over Christmas 2022 and will be getting married soon. I am a Dog Mom to Bria Bonita. She turns five in October. I enjoy spending my free time with Bria Bonita, cooking new meals, and planting in my yard (Plants make me happy!). I grew up in a family of teachers in Pascagoula, MS. My mom was a high school English teacher for over 30 years, and my dad was an art teacher for over 30 years. I grew up in the classroom, and I always dreamed of being a teacher. After having taught 12 years, I love meeting my new students each year. I am so excited for the 23/24 school year at Back Bay!!

Phone: (228) 436-5110

Email: mary.makamson@biloxischools.net

Degrees and Certifications:

Bachelor's Degree in English Literature (7-12)
Master's Degree in English Education (7-12)
Mild to Moderate Disabilities Endorsement (K-12)

Hello, everyone! I'm Mrs. Duet!

I graduated from William Carey University with a bachelors' degree in Elementary Education and a masters' degree in Gifted Education. I was a K-1st assistant teacher for 3 years at North Bay Elementary and have taught 2nd-4th grade at Back Bay Elementary. This will be my 6th year at BBE, but 9th year in education. I attended Biloxi Public Schools from K-12 and graduated from BHS. Go Indians!

I have a wonderful husband and two rambunctious boys, Oliver and Dean. We have three cats who love to play!

I participated in the gifted program myself in elementary school and I feel this gives me a perfect insight and advantage to best service your gifted children academically, socially, and emotionally. I am so excited about being the CREATE teacher at Back Bay Elementary and cannot wait to help your children explore, discover, and grow as learners!

Degrees & Certifications:

Bachelors' Degree in Elementary Education
Masters' Degree in Gifted Education

Click the address below to send me an email!

lindsey.duet@biloxischools.net

"Meet Mrs. Duet" Letter

Welcome to CREATE Letter

Mr. Justin Noble

Colleges Attended—University of Southern Mississippi

Degrees—BA in English Literature

& M.S. in Speech Language Pathology

My Family—Patricia (wife) and Leopold Bloom (cat)

My Favorites—I love food, coffee, art, and books.  In my spare time, I enjoy reading, writing, playing music, and cooking.

Why I chose Speech—I have always been fascinated with language and stories.  The stories that we tell about our lives and ourselves; the stories that we tell about our loved ones; the stories that we create—these are what define us.  I chose the field of speech-language pathology because I want to help students tell their stories and help to mold the way in which they can communicate themselves to the world around them.

Phone: 228-436-5110

Email: justin.noble@biloxischools.net

Degrees and Certifications:

BA in English Literature

& M.S. in Speech Language Pathology

Ms. Rylee Foster

My Education: I received my BA in Speech and Hearing Sciences & M.S. in Speech Language Pathology from The University of Southern Mississippi. 

Why I Chose Speech: I love helping students understand and reach their full potential. It is a privilege to watch a student accomplish a goal that they have been working so hard on to master. As a Speech Therapist, I have the unique opportunity to encourage students to "talk back" and find new ways to communicate. I believe that communication is the basic foundation of life. 

About Me: I love to travel and try new foods. I love any and all sour candy. In my time away from school, I am an assistant coach for GCUFC (soccer). I enjoy reading and taking my dog for long walks. 

Email: rylee.foster@biloxischools.net

Degrees and Certifications:

BA in Speech and Hearing Sciences

M.S. in Speech Language Pathology

Ms. Megan Ryan

My name is Megan Ryan.  This year I will be teaching Second Grade Math, Science, and Social Studies.  I have taught since 2003. My experience ranges from the elementary to high school classroom. 

I am originally from Chicago, IL. and grew up in a military family so I have had the opportunity of travel.  I was a student at Jeff Davis many years ago when my father was on active duty at Keesler AFB.  Before I started teaching I spent six years in the Air Force.  

I look forward to having an excellent year!

Phone: 228-436-5110

Email: megan.ryan@biloxischools.net

Degrees and Certifications:

BS: Elementary Education

M.Ed.: Curriculum & Instruction with a minor in Online Learning & Technology Education

Ms. Kim Bowlin

Hello! I am the EL (English Learner) teacher here at Back Bay Elementary.  I have taught High School Spanish for 13 years, Elementary Spanish for 1 year, and EL/ESL for 7 years.  I have my BA in Spanish (K-12) with an ESL endorsement from the University of Southern Mississippi.  I love working with our English learners here because I want to make a difference by helping them to not only learn another language, but also to assimilate to a new culture.  Our ELs receive English language support through the domains of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.  I love to help them through lively, varied, and engaging approaches that are appropriate for their grade and level of English knowledge.  Students also develop their social and cultural skills as they go through meaningful explorations of the cultures of their classmates, as well as develop their own deep appreciation of being bilingual! 

I am the proud mom of a daughter, Meredith, and a son, Colton.  We have two kitties, Luna and Hershey and love to watch funny movies and go get ice cream! 

Phone: (228)-436-5110

Email: Kim.bowlin@biloxischools.net
Degrees and Certifications:

BA in Spanish (K-12)
ESL Endorsement