Instructional Support  and Intervention 

Mrs. McDaniel has been a dedicated educator for over 20 years and is proud to be an original Turner Creek Treefrog. She began her career as a classroom teacher and now serves as an intervention teacher, instructional support teacher, and school improvement coordinator. In these roles, she helps guide our school in making data-driven decisions to improve outcomes for all learners. Her passion for continuous school improvement and helping all students learn and grow drives her daily efforts.

Mrs. McDaniel believes that strong relationships are at the heart of a quality education. She emphasizes the importance of equitable opportunities and active engagement in her teaching philosophy, ensuring that students learn best in an interactive and supportive environment. She is committed to challenging all students and developing the whole child, fostering both academic and personal growth. Additionally, she aims to nurture children into confident problem solvers who are well-prepared for the future.

Mrs. McDaniel is married and has two grown children who were once Turner Creek Treefrogs themselves. She also has a Golden Retriever named Lilly. In her free time, she enjoys going on walks, spending time in nature, and being with her family.

Intervention and Curriculum Support

Mrs. Fisher graduated from East Carolina University in 2013 and started her career in education at Turner Creek shortly after. Mrs. Fisher has been a K-2 classroom teacher, and a special education teacher, and now supports Turner Creek as an intervention teacher and curriculum support. Mrs. Fisher also serves as our School Testing Coordinator. She lives in Raleigh with her husband, Shane, and their 11-year-old dog, Ranger. In her free time, Mrs. Fisher enjoys cooking, reading, and exploring the Triangle. Mrs. Fisher is passionate about growing and learning to support all students and staff at our school. She is excited about the 24-25 school year!

Instructional Support Staff

Ann Barksdale is a passionate educator of thirty-plus years. She has taught kindergarten, first, fourth and fifth grades in FL, VA, and NC. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Ed, and a Master's in Curriculum & Instruction, and is National Board Certified in Middle Childhood. As a student herself, she remembers the relationships she developed with her teachers and works to bring that compassion to her classrooms. Her goal is to provide engaging learning experiences in an environment that fosters encouragement, curiosity, and kindness. She is an advocate for student success and strives to help every child become their best self. She draws inspiration from the words of Rita Pierson, “Every child deserves a champion—an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.” When she is not in the classroom or furthering her own learning, she can be found spending time with her supportive husband, their adult sons, and three fun-loving memory-making grandkids. During her downtime, she enjoys traveling, walking her dog (Chico), and spending time in Florida and Virginia with family and friends. 

ESL Teacher

 Mrs. Angilello has dedicated more than 15 years of her career to shaping the minds and hearts of young learners as an elementary school teacher, many of those years right here at Turner Creek Elementary! 

With a passion for education and a nurturing spirit, she creates a dynamic and inclusive classroom environment where each student feels valued and supported in their journey of learning and growth. She is dedicated to building strong relationships, meaningful connections and partnerships with her students, parents, and colleagues alike. Recognizing that fostering strong relationships is the cornerstone of effective teaching, she invests time and energy in getting to know each of her students as individuals, understanding their unique strengths, challenges, and interests. This understanding combined with her unwavering commitment to data driven instruction allows her to tailor her approach to meet the diverse needs of her students, creating a safe and supportive learning environment where every child feels seen, heard, and valued. Through her specialized approach, she empowers her students to reach their full potential and equips them with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed academically and beyond.

Mrs. Angilello is a dedicated individual with a family-oriented lifestyle and a penchant for continuous learning, particularly within the realm of education and its related disciplines. She continues to nurture her own three former TCE Treefrogs, Alli, Ashley, and Christopher and manages a busy household with two lively Labrador Retrievers, and two snuggly cats. Outside her career and domestic responsibilities, Mrs. Angilello finds solace at the ocean accompanied by a compelling book and her family. Her commitment to personal and professional growth underscores her proactive approach to lifelong learning.

ESL Teacher 

Genetta McManus, a dedicated educator from Pageland, SC, brings 25 years of teaching experience in kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades to her new role teaching ESL. Beyond her passion for education, Genetta finds fulfillment in shopping, spending quality time with family and friends, maintaining a healthy lifestyle through exercise, and exploring different cultures through travel. At home, she cherishes the companionship of Jax, her loyal canine friend. 

Genetta's teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where every student feels empowered to learn and grow. She believes in embracing diversity, encouraging curiosity, and nurturing a love for learning that extends beyond the classroom walls. 

Genetta is committed to inspiring her ESL students to achieve academic success while celebrating their individual strengths and cultural backgrounds. She is excited about the 24-25 school year! 

Academically and Intellectually Gifted (AIG) Teacher  

Ms. Sheehan is the AIG teacher at Turner Creek. The 2024-2025 school year will be her 21st year of teaching in elementary schools. And her 10th year of teaching AIG in WCPSS schools. Before coming to Wake County she taught 5th grade, 3rd grade, and 2nd grade in Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC.

​Ms. Sheehan comes from a big family. She has 5 siblings and the world's greatest dad. She has a twin sister who also works in the WCPSS school system.  In her free time she enjoys reading, drinking hot coffee, cooking, running, and exploring the North Carolina Museum of Art.  She also enjoys spoiling her 10 nephews and nieces as much as possible.

As an AIG teacher Ms. Sheehan has many goals for herself and her students. The most important goal being to provide our AIG students with the best support possible as they move through elementary school.  She does this by supporting gifted students in achieving sustained academic success while simultaneously building on their own strengths and challenges.  Along the way she also works to foster and build independent, strong-willed, and unique lifelong learners.