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Meet Our Administrators

 

Principal Teah Bulris

Email: teah.bulris@onslow.k12.nc.us

Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education Master in Middle Grades Education Master in School Administration K-12 Reading Certification K-12 AIG Certification National Board Certification in English Language Arts

Welcome to Dixon Elementary School and the home of the Bulldogs!

Dear Parents, Students, Families and Community of Dixon Elementary School,

Welcome to Dixon Elementary School and the 2024-25 school year!  It is truly an honor to be a member of the Dixon Elementary School family and community.  As a Leader in Me Lighthouse School,  our focus this year is "Growing Bulldog Leaders" as we continue to raise the bar for all students.

I have been a proud resident of Onslow County for many years.  I have a wonderful family-three members that are products of the Onslow County School System.  I have an amazing husband, Mark Bulris, who is the Executive Director of Elementary Education for Onslow County Schools.  We have two wonderful children, Maddox and McKenzie.  Our daughter, Maddox, is a 2017 graduate of Southwest High School and a 2021 graduate of Western Carolina University.  Our son, McKenzie, is a 2021 graduate of Southwest High School and is attending UNC-Chapel Hill as a member of the Class of 2025 and the UNC Marching Tar Heels! I am a graduate of the Columbus County School System and a proud alumnus of East Carolina University (Go Pirates!). Outside of my school time, I enjoy traveling, watching sports, photography, and spending time with family.

At Dixon Elementary, we take great pride in our students as we work together as a community to grow all leaders in leadership skills and global competencies.  Dixon Elementary School embodies these principles each day.  As a result of the work and collaboration of students, staff, and community, Dixon Elementary has been designated as a Covey Lighthouse School and a NC Global Ready School.  As our school mission says:

 Educators and families clear the path for students to reach their potential.

We truly value our families and the impact that they have made on their students.  As a Leader in Me Lighthouse School,  our focus this year is "Growing Bulldog Leaders" as we continue to raise the bar for all students.  Working together, we will raise the bar for all learners and help them achiev their highest potential!

Thank you for your ongoing support for the student and staff Global Leaders at Dixon Elementary School!  We are honored to have the privilege of working with all our DES students and to have them as part of our DES family!

 

Kind Regards,

Teah Bulris

Assistant Principal

 

 

Email: colleen.reyes@onslow.k12.nc.us

Education:

B.A. Elementary Education (K-6) and English as a Second Language (K-6) - University of South Florida

Master of School Administration (MSA) - East Carolina University 

Colleen Reyes

 

Every day, I am driven by a simple statement: I do this for the kids. Their curiosity, their dreams, and their boundless potential are the heartbeats of my purpose. Each smile, each "aha" moment, and every step they take towards their future fuels my dedication. It’s in their eyes that I see the leaders, innovators, and change-makers of tomorrow. My commitment is to nurture their growth, empower their dreams, and help them succeed. Because for me, it's all about the kids. They are my "why," and they inspire me to give my very best every single day.

Equally important is the incredible staff who share this journey with me. Our educators, admin team, and support personnel are the backbone of our school community. Together, we create a nurturing and empowering environment where every child can thrive. By collaborating, sharing our expertise, and uplifting one another, we ensure that our collective mission—Dream, Empower, Succeed—resonates through every hallway and classroom. For the kids, and for the staff who make it all possible, I continue to remain committed and inspired.

Let's have a great year Bulldogs!