Britton Staff

I grew up in Ypsilanti, Michigan on a curvy hill called Snow Road. I have many wonderful memories of that small house that was full of love, excitement, and joy. I now reside in Milan, Michigan, which is about 20 minutes south of Ypsilanti.

I remember being in third grade and being so excited for my first babysitting job.  One of the very first things that I did with the four-year-old twins that I was watching that day was to play “school” with them.  That was the day that the idea to become a teacher was cemented in my heart and brain.  I realized that not only were children fascinating, honest, and hungry to learn but they were also a lot of fun! 

I am so excited to return to work with BD schools.  I taught pre-K here for the 2019-2020 school year.  I have been teaching early education for 20 years.  I received my degree from U of M-Dearborn in 2001.  I returned to Eastern Michigan University later to obtain my early childhood endorsement as well as a MA in special education.  I live with my husband and son in Dundee and I have a daughter living in Tecumseh.  I have a lot of rescue pets and enjoy volunteering with animal rescues and working in my garden.  I can't wait to work with our young Patriots again!

My name is Glory Nighswander and I have been teaching for 25 years.  I earned my degree from Eastern Michigan University in 1995 and taught in Ann Arbor for the first 2 years of my career.  The rest of my 25 years have been here in the Britton Deerfield School district. 

My love for working with children began at a young age and continues today. 

I began my teaching career at Morenci Area Schools where I taught 13 years before coming to BD in 2015. I have taught a variety of ages and grades throughout my career. It is my goal to instill a love for learning and help my students become life long learners.

I graduated from Britton Deerfield in 2014. I earned my bachelors degree from Saginaw Valley State university in elementary and special education. This will be my second year at BD and I have enjoyed coming back and working at the school i grew up in!

I began my teaching career in 1989 after earning a Bachelor of Education degree from The University of Toledo.  I completed my Masters of Arts in K-12 school counseling from Eastern Michigan University. 

I have been teaching at Britton Deerfield for my entire 30 year career. After earning my Bachelor's degree from Wayne State University, I moved to Lenawee for the opportunity to work in a k-12 art classroom. It sounded challenging but very fun.

I am a native Chinese speaker. After earning a Bachelor degree in English language and culture in Guangdong University of Foreign Studies in China, I worked briefly as a professional translator.

I began my teaching career right here at Britton Deerfield after graduating from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Music Education in 2018. I currently teach High School Band, High School Choir, Music Appreciation, and K-3 General Music.

I’m an Eastern Michigan University Graduate. My grandmother was a secretary for Deerfield schools from 76-2000.

I would like to take this time to introduce myself. My name is Stephanie Koziol. I graduated from the University of Michigan-Dearborn with a degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education. I received a Master’s Degree from Marygrove College. I am beginning my twenty-seventh year of teaching and my third year at Britton Deerfield School.

Before I became the H.S. Counselor I taught Special Education at Britton Deerfield for 17 years.I have been the H.S. Counselor now for two full years. I graduated from Britton-Macon Schools in 1996.

I have been teaching at Britton Deerfield for my entire 30 year career. After earning my Bachelor's degree from Wayne State University, I moved to Lenawee for the opportunity to work in a k-12 art classroom. It sounded challenging but very fun.

I am a native Chinese speaker. After earning a Bachelor degree in English language and culture in Guangdong University of Foreign Studies in China, I worked briefly as a professional translator.

I have been teaching in the district since 2000 & I currently teach English 10 and English 11. I earned my degree from Grand Valley State University. 

I graduated from Central Michigan University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in secondary education (mathematics / computer science) as well as Siena Heights University where I received my Master’s of Arts degree in middle level education.

I graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2018 with a degree in Secondary Education and Mathematics. I’ve been with Britton Deerfield Schools since the 2019-2020 school year. I teach Algebra 1 and Senior Math. I am also a class advisor.

I began my teaching career right here at Britton Deerfield after graduating from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Music Education in 2018. I currently teach High School Band, High School Choir, Music Appreciation, and K-3 General Music.

Hello, I’m Erik Johnson the Athletic Director, Head Football Coach and Physical Education/Health teacher here at Britton Deerfield Schools.

I began my teaching career at Dundee.  After retiring from Dundee, I knew I wasn’t done working with children. 

I started my teaching career here at Britton-Deerfield on October 1, 2018 after having earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Michigan University, with a major in General Science and a minor in Earth Science. 

I have attended Michigan State University, Eastern Michigan University, and Siena Heights University. I earned a Bachelor of Science in chemistry and biology, Teacher Certification in general science, and a Master of Arts in education.

Vicky Oliver went to Calvin College earning a degree in Business and Political Science.  She worked in the business field until deciding that teaching was her true path. 

I graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Special Education/Elementary Education with a minor in Math.  I started my teaching career at Prairie Elementary as a fourth-grade teacher, then as a first-grade teacher.