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Emily Badman

Phone: (540)-662-3471 Ext. 41004

Licensure:
Virginia Postgraduate License with Endorsements in:
Earth/Space Science
Administration and Supervision

Education:
Bachelor of Science - Geoenvironmental Studies - Shippensburg University
Master's Degree - Secondary Education - George Mason University
Educational Administration/Leadership Certificate - James Madison University

Ms. Badman was recognized as the Air Force Association STEM Teacher of the Year as well as a Senior Chapel Graduation Speaker, and was part of the leadership team responsible for instructional program and educational design for the new Emil & Grace Shihadeh Innovation Center. Ms. Badman first started at John Handley High School as an Earth and Space Science Teacher and then took on the Department Chair responsibilities. Most recently, her role has been that of Instructional Supervisor of Secondary Math and Science.

 

Barbara Bohannan

Phone: 540-662-3471  Ext. 41003

Licensure: 
Virginia Postgraduate License with Endorsements in:
Administration and Supervision PreK-12
English
Middle School English 6-8 
Middle School History/Social Science 6-8

Education:
Associates degree - University of Maryland - Liberal Studies
Bachelor’s Degree - George Mason University - Educational Psychology
Master’s Degree - George Mason University - Education Leadership 
Post Graduate Certificate - George Mason University - Special Education Leadership 

Ms. Bohannan grew up in Florida, but has lived in Virginia since 1996.  She served in Fauquier County as a Special Education teacher, Alternative Education teacher, History, English, Reading, and Geography teacher, where she held positions as department chair, team leader, and Admin Intern. 

 

Jo ​Hawkins

Phone: (540) 678-3966 Ext. 31001

Licensure: 
Virginia Postgraduate License with Endorsements in:
Driver Education
Health Education NK-12
Physical Education NK-12
Administration and Supervision PreK-12

Education:
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Minor in Sports Medicine - Shenandoah University
Master’s Degree - Education - The University of Virginia
Certificate in Administration - James Madison University​.
 
Ms. Hawkins was born and raised in Winchester, Virginia. She began her career as a Certified Athletic Trainer and transitioned into teaching after the birth of her daughter. For more than 20 years, she has been a dedicated member of the John Handley High School community. Throughout her time at Handley, her roles have evolved from Athletic Trainer and summer maintenance crew member to classroom teacher, Dean of Students, and now Assistant Principal. 

 

Dawn Spitzer

Phone: (540) 678-3966 ext: 41002

Licensure:
Certificate of Administration and Supervision - Hood College

Education:
Bachelor of English with Minor in History - Virginia Tech
Masters Degree - Mount St. Mary's College

Ms. Spitzer began her teaching career at Boonsboro Middle School in 2009. In 2013, she accepted a teaching position at Boonsboro High School. Throughout her time there, she was the Student Government Advisor and a member of the School Improvement and School Safety teams. After moving to Virginia to be close to family, Ms. Spitzer accepted a teaching position at Millbrook High School. In 2021, Ms. Spitzer accepted the position of Instructional Coach at John Handley High School where she led a variety of instructional initiatives, facilitated the Instructional Leadership Team, and served as the New Teacher Lead Mentor. In the 2024-25 school year, Ms. Spitzer served as the Coordinator of Judges IX. Ms. Spitzer became an assistant principal for John Handley High School in 2025.