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At Elkins Point Middle School, the ovens were warm, the pressure was real, and the stakes felt just high enough to make it fun. What started as a culminating project in Chelsea Thomas’ Family and Consumer Science Connections class has quickly become something more. Part cooking competition, part business pitch, and part community gathering, the event blends the creativity of the Great British Bake Off with the entrepreneurial spirit of Shark Tank.

It is truly an honor to join the Taylor Road Middle School community as your new principal. I am excited to become part of a school known for its tradition of excellence, strong partnerships, and unwavering commitment to student success

Brooke Scharfstein has proudly served Fulton County Schools for twenty years as a teacher, instructional coach, and assistant principal. Most recently, she has served as the Principal of State Bridge Crossing Elementary where she leads with a strong commitment to academic excellence, relationship-building, and continuous improvement. Ms. Scharfstein has demonstrated a passion for empowering teachers, supporting student growth, and creating inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive.

Amanda Stafford is a dedicated educational leader with a strong commitment to student growth, effective instructional practices, and the development of meaningful relationships within school communities. She brings a diverse range of educational experiences, having served as a middle school mathematics teacher, graduation coach, and, most recently, assistant principal at Esther Jackson Elementary School. For the past 12 years, she has proudly served students and families in the Sandy Springs and Roswell communities