Mr. Scott Chapman - Art (1st over)

My name is Scott Chapman and I am, once again, proud to be the Visual Art Teacher at Baucom Elementary School. I am entering my 26th year of teaching, 25 of those years right here at Baucom! I am originally from Buffalo, New York where I received my Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts from Fredonia State University and my Teaching Certification from Buffalo State University. I have lived in North Carolina for 26 years but always make time to visit friends and family back home once a year. My hobbies and activities (outside of teaching) include making my own personal art, home improvement work, hockey, weight lifting, and riding my motorcycle. My wife Jennifer and I have been married for 21 years. We have three children – Logan, Greyson, and Aubrey.

I have seen many changes in my time at Baucom. But the one thing that has remained the same is the excitement, drive, and determination of our talented Baucom Artists!

Email: schapman1@wcpss.net

Class Website: http://aviatorartist.weebly.com/

Mrs. Monica Ray-Bass - Plane (2nd over)

Hello Baucom Families!! I am so excited to switch rolls a little this year. I am one of the P.L.A.N.E teachers. I have been at Baucom Elementary since 2017 and love that we are all like family. I was born and raised in Harnett County and received my degree in Family and Consumer Sciences from North Carolina Central University ( NCCU Eagle Pride). I am always willing to learn new things and to also challenge the students that I come in contact with. My husband and I have no kids so we get to spend all of our time together. I’m happy to be a part of the Aviator Family and can't wait to see all of the current and incoming Aviators!!!

Email: mraybass@wcpss.net 

Mrs. Joanna Watson - Plane (3rd over)

Baucom families, what an exciting year to begin my journey as one of the Plane teachers, after 13 years as an Aviator parent! I have to say I’m extra excited to be able to walk out my front door across my yard and into the school yard! I was born and raised right here in Apex (went to Apex elementary) and received my degree in Spanish and Anthropology from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. I am passionate about new experiences as well as social and emotional learning for our Aviators. My husband, Rob and I, have 4 kids, Mayson, James, Wade and Angus. It is such an honor to be part of the Baucom Family, and I cannot wait to meet and get to know all of the incoming Aviators!

Email: jwatson11@wcpss.net 

Mr. Mike Hosterman-PE (4th Over)

Hello Baucom Families!!!  What an honor it is to be part of your child’s journey through life and education.  I have been at Baucom Elementary since 2013 and I can promise you that our school family gets more special every year! I have been teaching since 2005.  I originally started teaching near my hometown, Youngstown Ohio.  I met my wife (Diana Hosterman) at Youngstown State University as we both were in the education program.  We both were hired at Springfield Local Elementary School in Ohio and taught together in elementary school for a few very special years As Springfield Tigers!  During this time, we were engaged and married while surrounded by very special teachers and students at SLE in New Middletown, Ohio. To this day, we still enjoy attending weddings and family functions of these Ohio students that were once in our k-4 program!  In 2008, we relocated to North Carolina in hopes of helping family members with medical needs.  I taught for 5 years at Laurel Park Elementary before coming to Baucom Elementary.  My favorite thing in life is being a father to my daughters and a husband to Ms. Hosterman, who teaches 2nd grade at Baucom.  My wife and family love to attend church together and we have been learning lots and lots together at our daughter’s Fatih Formation Class.  I hope to have a positive impact on your child by bringing a sense of peace and joy to their school day.  Our focus in PE will be Kindness!  Everything that we do and learn together will be centered around being kind to others and kind to ourselves.  Parents, please email me any questions or concerns at any time!  Thank you for letting me be a part of your child’s life.  My goal is to have a positive impact on your sweet child that lasts forever!  Sincerely, Mr. Hosterman

Email: mhosterman@wcpss.net

Class Website: https://sites.google.com/wcpss.net/peakofpe/home

Ms. Marisa McKinney - Music (5th over)

My name is Marisa McKinney and I am excited for my eleventh-year teaching music! This is my third year as part of the Baucom Family. I was raised in North Carolina and earned my degree in Music Education from Gardner-Webb University. I love to travel and have been to eight different countries. My husband and I have two wonderful little boys and a Westie who barks at everything. I love playing my Ukulele, singing, and dancing. We will be doing lots of singing, dancing and instrument playing this year. I can’t wait to start making music with everyone!

Email: mmckinney3@wcpss.net

Class Website: https://sites.google.com/wcpss.net/baucommusic/home

Ms. Crystal O’Mara - Media/Library (6th over)

Can you believe this is my sixth year as the Media Specialist at Baucom?! I live right here in downtown Apex with my husband, two children, two dogs, and a bearded dragon.  I love storytelling, researching, and the challenge of making learning fun for children.  I completed my Masters in Library and Information Science from UNCG last year.  That being said, I will always hold a special place in my heart for purple and gold; GO PIRATES!!   In my free time, I enjoy relaxing in the sunshine at the beach, catching up with my friends and family, being artistic, and of course reading books.  

Email: comara@wcpss.net

Class Website: https://sites.google.com/wcpss.net/baucommediacenter/home