My name is Brandon McClain. This is my 10th year teaching and 12th year working in Special Education. This is my sixth year at Brandywine, and I will be teaching SBA 3-5. I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Toccoa Falls College and a Master’s degree in Teaching Special Education from Piedmont College. When I'm not teaching, I love to be outdoors and travel with my wife and daughter. I’m very excited to be a part of the Brandywine team and can’t wait to start another new school year! 

My name is Elizabeth Ramminger (Ms. Biz) and I am embarking on my 15th year of teaching, my 8th at Brandywine! I graduated with my bachelor’s degree in Special Education from Georgia College and State University, and earned my masters in curriculum and instruction from Georgia Southern. Next year, I am excited to be teaching 2nd and 4th grade accommodated curriculum autism. I stay busy at home with my 3 kids (Maddux-3rd grade, Emmie- Kindergarten, and Lyla- 1 year), 2 cats, and my husband, Stephen. You can typically find us at the ball field, pool, or playground! I look forward to watching all our Badgers grow and learn next year!

Hi! My name is Olivia Rich and I will be teaching K-2 Accommodated Curriculum Autism this year. This will be my third year of teaching at Brandywine and I can't wait to get started! I graduated from the University of North Georgia with a bachelor's degree in early childhood and special education and a minor in sociology. I am originally from Atlanta, GA but I lived in Dahlonega, GA for five years and recently moved to Cumming, GA with my fiancé and our cat. While I do miss the North GA mountains, I am thoroughly enjoying my newfound proximity to Chipotle and Target. When I am not teaching, I am most likely reading by the pool, taking a nap, or enjoying some time with friends/family. I am looking forward to a great school year with you all!

My name is Cassidy Sutton and I am excited to be teaching at Brandywine again for the 2024-2025 school year. I graduated from Brenau University with my Bachelor's in Special Education with a minor in dance. I have taught ACA for 4 years and am excited to be teaching in our new REACH classroom this year.

My name is Trisha Wixson and this will be my second year at Brandywine and for the 2024-2025 school year I am excited to be teaching a K-2 SBA class. I got my undergrad at Boise State University and my law degree from Southern University. I have a life long love of learning and am always ready to to find ways to continue to grow! I have four kids one will be at Mercer, one is at Denmark and my two youngest girls are here at Brandywine. I have a dog Goofy and any spare time I can find I am reading or crafting. I am excited to transition to the new role within the department here at Brandywine.

Hello! My name is Cheree Zier and this is my seventh year as a Badger teaching Skills Based Autism grades. I’ve been a teacher for 16 years in many different settings including IRR and special needs PreK. I have three education degrees the most recent being my Specialist's Degree through Piedmont College in Curriculum and Instruction. My husband and I grew up in New York and are now raising our nine year old twin boys here in Georgia. They are in 4th Grade here at BWE this year. Outside of work I enjoy watching my boys play sports, yoga for some me time and vacationing whenever we have the opportunity. It is going to be a memorable year!

Hi, my name is Ritu Aggarwal. This is my 17th year as a teaching professional working as a substitute teacher in Forsyth County, and my fourth year working as a paraprofessional special instructional teacher at Brandywine Elementary! I will be working as a para SBA K-2. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in science from CCU, Meerut India. 

I have been married for 26 years and have two handsome boys Ishan ,who is 22-year-old and doing medical at MCG, and Rohan. Who is 20-year-old and doing business (junior) at UGA.

 During my downtime, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I love playing sports, gardening, traveling, and going on evening walks with friends. I am very excited to be a part of BWE and can’t wait to start another school year.

My name is Devipriya Baladhandapani. This will be my fourth year as a paraprofessional at BWE and this year I will be working with SBA 3-5. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in business management and master's in computer applications from BU, India. We are a family of four, which includes my husband, Mohan and two kids, Ananya, sophomore at Alliance academy of Innovation and Aswin, seventh grade at Desana Middle School. Outside of work , love to spend time with my family and friends, hear music, gardening and traveling. I'm very excited to be part of Brandywine family and can't wait to start another school year! 

Hello! I'm excited to return to the Brandywine family for my third year as a Paraprofessional. 

My journey in education began in 2012 when my family and I relocated to Georgia. During this time, I had the privilege of serving as the temporary director of my parents' Christian preschool in Powder Springs, where I discovered my passion for education. After several fulfilling years as a Private Pre-K teacher, I made the decision to transition to a career in public education. Currently, I am working towards a degree in elementary teaching and teacher certification to further my impact in the classroom.

Outside of work, I find joy in creating music, exploring arts & crafts, and enjoying the outdoors with my husband, Arthur, and our son, Dakota.