PRINCIPAL

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL / DATA

I am Amy Ellis the Assistant Principal.  I am the data administrator which means I create the student and teacher schedules, monitor grades and post grades and send them to parents, help students with enrolling and registering for classes, help students increase their skills and choose habits that are healthy.  I also am the 6th grade administrator.  I spend time working with the 6th grade students and staff to promote and reinforce the Davis Way!  I look forward to working with all students at Davis Middle School to provide positive experiences and opportunities for growth.
 
BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION
I grew up in Omaha, Nebraska.  I love Omaha and all it has to offer.  I attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and graduated with a Bachelors of Science in the area of Family and Consumer Sciences Education in 1994.  I began teaching at Burke High School in 1995 as a Family and Consumer Science Teacher.  In 1996 I began my master's degree at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.  In 1998, I graduated with a masters of administration and supervision.

I left OPS to teach abroad in England for two years before returning to Burke High School for another year.  I began using my administration degree in 2001 as a student personnel assistant at the TAC building.  In 2004 I was hired to be the Assistant Principal at Bryan Middle School and then was asked to help open Davis Middle School in 2013. 
 
INTERESTS
I have a wonderful husband and three fun-loving kids who I adore.  In my free time I like to read, create healthy meals, bake not so healthy breads, cookies and cakes, can fruits and vegetables, craft and camp. 

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL / ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES

Hello, my name is Scott Malone, and I am the Assistant Principal in charge of Activities and Athletics.  I am also the 7th grade administrator.  I was born and raised in Omaha and completed my BFA and Masters programs through Creighton University.  I am proud to be entering my 25th year with the Omaha Public Schools District. This will be the 10th year I have been at Alfonza W. Davis Middle School, having been fortunate enough to help open the school up as the original Art Teacher. My murals illustrating the 6 Tuskegee Principles decorate the stairwells of the school.  I have also worked at Marrs, Morton, Parrish and Bryan High School throughout my educational career.  I coached basketball and football at Bryan and was the head basketball coach and assistant football coach at Davis.  I enjoy sports, art, music, and reading and believe there are activities for everyone to get involved in and will encourage our students to do just that.  I love watching our students learn and grow through their time at Davis.  I know this is where their futures take off!

DEAN OF STUDENTS

My name is Tasha R. Waller and I am so happy to be here at Alfonza W. Davis Middle School. This is my 20th year of teaching total and 19th year with OPS.  I have been at three other elementary schools throughout the district.  I also taught for one year in Kenosha, Wisconsin, which is near my hometown of Racine, Wisconsin.  I have my BA in Elementary Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education from Minnesota State University-Mankato and my MA in Educational Administration and Supervision from University of Nebraska. 

I am originally from Racine, Wisconsin and a big time Green Bay Packers and Wisconsin Badgers fan.  I am married to my wonderful husband named Andre, who is a 6th Grade teacher, and we have 2 beautiful children- Andrea and Natalia. I love to shop, watch my children play soccer and basketball, and cheer on my beloved Packers! Go Pack Go!!!

I also love teaching the wonderful students here at Davis Middle.  This is truly a rewarding and fun job.
 

IF/ADR / TESTING COORDINATOR

Hello, I am Dr. Temple.

On the professional side, I graduated from Creighton University with my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. I continued my schooling and earned my first Master's Degree in Elementary Education with an Emphasis in Reading. A few years later, I earned my second Master's Degree in School Administration and Supervision. Shortly after earning my second Master's Degree, I earned my Middle School Endorsement in Math and Science. In February of 2017, I earned my Doctorate in Organizational Leadership in Effective Schools from Grand Canyon University. I have been teaching for 23 years. 

On the personal side, I am married and have a 14-year-old son that is in the 9th grade. We live in Papillion, Nebraska. Our son, Johnny, keeps us very busy with all of his different activities, including Varsity Band and TaeKwonDo.  My family enjoys traveling and learning about different places.

6th GRADE COUNSELOR

7th GRADE COUNSELOR

8th GRADE COUNSELOR

GATE FACILITATOR

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

SCHOOL NURSE

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER

SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER (@ Davis on Mondays and Wednesdays)