Principal: Mrs. Tara Butch
tara.butch@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
I am excited to be starting my 5th year at Rocky River and look forward to welcoming you to our Roadrunner community. I joined Cabarrus County Schools in 2012 as an Assistant Principal at Harris Road Middle School and served as the Principal at R. Brown McAllister STEM Elementary School from 2016-2020. Prior to joining Cabarrus County Schools I taught at Davidson Elementary School in Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools and served as an Assistant Principal at Forestview High School in Gaston County. I received my bachelor’s degree from the University of Mount Union and my master’s degree from Gardner-Webb University. I am originally from Bellaire Ohio but have called North Carolina home for the last 21 years. I live in Concord with my husband, son, dogs, and cats. Some of my favorite things include the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Pittsburg Steelers, camping, reading, running, and spending time with my family. I am looking forward to a great school year building relationships with our staff, students, and families. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or if there is something I can help with.
Assistant Principal: Mr. Andy Russell
merritt.russell@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Hello, Rocky River Family! I am excited to begin my 4th year as an Assistant Principal at RRES. Before coming to RRES, I worked as a Spanish teacher in Cabarrus County for 15 years. I received my bachelor's degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and my master's degree from Queens University of Charlotte. I was born and raised in Concord, NC, attended Cabarrus County Schools from kindergarten through 12th grade, and currently live in Kannapolis. Outside of school, I enjoy going to the gym, being outdoors, working on cars, woodworking, and spending time with my wife, sons and three dogs! I am looking forward to a fantastic year!
Assistant Principal: Mrs. Marla Guerity
marla.guerity@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Hello Roadrunners! I am so excited to join the Rocky River family as one of your assistant principals. My teaching career began in 2005 where I taught 2nd grade in Tampa, Florida. I moved to North Carolina in 2007 and taught in Kannapolis City Schools for several years before making the switch to Cabarrus County in 2013. In Cabarrus County I have taught at Odell Primary and was the MTSS Coach at Irvin Elementary. I received my bachelor’s degree from Youngstown State University and my master’s degree from Queens University of Charlotte. I grew up in Youngtown, Ohio but have called North Carolina my home for the last 16 years. I currently live in Concord with my husband, 2 children, and 2 dogs. I am excited for this school year and to get to know our students and families. Please reach out if there is ever anything I can help you with!
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