Who's Who in 9th-12th Grades
Avon Grove Charter School 2021-2022 School Year
Mission & Vision Statement
Mission Statement
To inspire passion for lifelong learning, one student at a time.
Vision Statement
To be an accepting community that unlocks every students’ ability to discover and reach their full potentialIntroducing the 9th - 12th Team
Matthew Messick, 9th-12th Grade Principal
Mr. Messick is excited to kick off his AGCS career as High School Principal. He brings to the Wolfpack over 16 years of experience including roles in high school mathematics teacher, elementary math coach and serving as vice principal in the Reading School District. He believes a strong educational system values the individual student and meets his/her learning style to support growth. He resides in Avondale with his wife, a school psychologist, and two daughters. When not at school or spending time with his family he can be found on the golf course.
Joyce Smith, Administrative Assistant
Joyce Smith has been part of AGCS since 2002. She has worn many hats over the years, starting in 2004 as the "Security Guard" for the K-2 Trailer, Attendance & Enrollment Coordinator, Main Office Assistant and for the past ten years as the High School Administrative Assistant. Mrs. Smith has five children; twins currently in Middle School & three AGCS Graduates. When not at work, Joyce enjoys spending time with her family.
Lori Predmore, Office & Transportation Assistant
As an employee for over 16 years, Lori Predmore has had the opportunity to support AGCS in many different roles. Currently, she is the Office & Transportation Assistant at the State Road Campus. She has lived in the area for 32 years but is originally from Ohio. Lori has two grown children and loves to spend time with her family, at the beach, and Longwood Gardens.
Holly Verderame, MSN, RN, CSN - Lead School Nurse
Nurse Holly joined the AGCS family in 2008 as a school nurse. Currently, she serves as the Health Services Head Nurse and holds a Masters degree in Nursing Leadership with a Concentration in School Health. Holly's favorite part of school nursing is building relationships with students through their school career and being a role model for health. Holly loves to spend time at the beach, reading, listening to music, crafting, and cheering for the Philadelphia Eagles. Holly lives in Oxford with her husband, daughter, son, and Golden Retriever.
Erica Bradshaw, MSN, RN, CSN - Nurse
Erica Bradshaw just completed her third year as a school nurse at the State Road Campus. What she enjoys most about nursing is teaching children to manage their healthcare and how to advocate for themselves. In her free time, Nurse Erica likes to watch documentaries and scary movies, listen to old music, and venture out to the beach.
Kelly Fanelli, Enrollment & Attendance Coordinator
Kelly Fanelli’s career at AGCS spans over eleven years. She worked as a Kindergarten Instructional Aide at the Early Learning Center for eight years. After a brief hiatus from AGCS she rejoined the family as the Upper School Enrollment & Attendance Coordinator. When not at work, Kelly enjoys spending time with her husband and three daughters.
Ezria Heaps, School Counselor 9th & 10th grades
Ezria Heaps is starting her fifth year here at AGCS as the 9th and 10th grade school counselor. Ms. Heaps is passionate about working with students and enjoys helping students reach their goals. Ms. Heaps is here to assist students with social, emotional, and academic needs. She enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Adrienne Basilio, School Counselor 11th & 12th grades
Adrienne Basilio is starting her sixth year with AGCS and has been a school counselor since 2008. She truly enjoys working with students to assist them in pursuing their post-secondary goals. Ms. Basilio enjoys spending time with her son (who is an AGCS Senior), friends and family, and watching football, Go Eagles!
Barry Keith, LCSW, DCSW - Social Worker
Barry Keith is a clinical social worker, with more than 30 years’ experience working with youth and their families. He has worked in private practice, in public, private & charter schools and as the director of a college counseling center. He earned his Master’s in Social Work from The Ohio State University, and lives in Wilmington, DE with his wife Colleen and two English bulldogs, Daisy and Charlie. He is stepdad to three adult children, and step-granddad to six. In addition to counseling, Barry has coached baseball for over 30 years, serving as a high school varsity baseball coach for many of those years.
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2021-2022 AGCS Health and Safety Plan
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Avon Grove Charter School
State Road Campus
Grades 4th - 12th
110 E. State Road
West Grove, PA 19390
Website: www.agcharter.org
Location: 110 East State Road, West Grove, PA, USA
Phone: 484-667-5000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonGroveCharterSchool/
Twitter: @agcharter