Title I Staff
Jessy Hay- Academic Facilitator
Starting my career at Culleoka Unit school for 5 years, I transferred to Mt. Pleasant Elementary School in the fall of 2005 to be closer to home and to be able to teach the children of Mt. Pleasant. I have been at MPES for 11 years and have taught 2nd and 3rd grade during that time. Being a graduate of MPHS, it was important to me to be involved in our community and give back to the little town that I love. I graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with my bachelor's in Elementary Education in 2000 and continued with my schooling at Tennessee State University for my Master's in Administration and Supervision. After college I moved back to Mt. Pleasant with my high school sweetheart, Michael Hay, because we wanted to start our family and have our children grow up in a place like Mt. Pleasant. Michael has been a Mt. Pleasant police officer for 13 years and is the Mt. Pleasant Chief of Police. We have 2 children 15 year old Madi, a sophomore at MPHS, and 12 year old Connor, a 7th grader at MPMS. Both are very active in sports such as cheerleading, football, softball, and baseball. Typically during any of those seasons, you can find me at a ball field cheering on my kids and the Mt. Pleasant Tigers.
For as long as I could remember I have always wanted to be a teacher and instill the love of learning in children. I teach my students by exploration and investigation of new topics and create a love of reading, writing, and math. Through hands on activities and interactive learning, my students are engaged and ready to learn but have fun the whole time! I look forward to working with your students and can't wait for a most memorable year of growing and learning!
Stephanie Baxter, Title Teacher
Stephanie graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2003 with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. While working for Maury County Public schools, she obtained her Master’s degree in Administration and Supervision from Tennessee State University. Stephanie was born and raised in Mt. Pleasant; therefore, she has a true connection to the children and community. When not at school, she can be found loving on her three boys Evan, Easton, and Colton.
Becky Clayborne, Title Teacher
My teaching career spans 31 years now, starting out at Santa Fe Unit School as both a classroom teacher and volleyball coach. While I spent most of my time teaching 1st grade, I also taught a few years in 2nd grade. After enjoying my time teaching summer school four years ago, I transferred to MPES. I have my master's degree in Administration and Supervision from TSU and graduated from MTSU with an endorsement in grades 1 through 8.
My husband, Jason, and I have two adult children, Reagan and Anderson. My twin sister, Beth, is also a teacher. I am a huge volleyball fan and enjoy reading and spending time with family.
I am part of the amazing RTI team, working in small groups with students, which is truly where my heart is. Our RTI teachers work hard every day to help students build the skills they need in their areas of growth. MPES is the best elementary school in Maury County, and I am thrilled to be a Tiger Cub!
Madison McConnell, Title Assistant