Hi, I am Michelle Punch-Norwood and I am thrilled to be the awesome Lead Counselor at Dueitt Middle School.  I began my teaching career in North Forest ISD in 1994 as a 8^th grade Science teacher at Northwood Middle School, 6^th grade Science at Keahey Intermediate and 7^th – 8^th grade at B.C. Elmore Middle School.  In need of a change, I went to Hoffman Middle School in Aldine ISD. In 2006-2007, I came to Spring ISD were I Taught 10^th grade Biology and 12^th grade STAAR Science at Westfield High School.

I am an alumni of Texas Southern University and Prairie View A & M University.  I have one 18-year-old son, Ray, and we are explorers.  He recently graduated from Westfield High School, Class of 2020, and he will be attending college in the fall. We are so proud of him.  I have been married for 20 years and he still makes me laugh. 

I love middle schoolers because they are big elementary school kids.  They still need you to listen to them and they want to pretend that they have life all figured out.  I love helping them through the road blocks of life.  I also believe in being stern with them while providing a continuous supply of love and support.  Welcome to the new school year.

Greetings Dueitt Families.

This is Najarad Ross and I am pleased to be the Dueitt Middle School 8th Grade Counselor. This is my 8th year in Education. Previously, I served as an 8th Grade Math teacher at Bammel Middle School for 5 years. I started my Counseling Career at Hoyland Elementary School as an At-Risk Counselor and served there until my opportunity at Dueitt.

I received my Bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in Architectural Drafting from Western Carolina University. I also received my Masters of Community Development from Prairie View A&M University.

On a personal note, I am the father to 6 amazing kids ages 20, 18, 16, 12, 10, and 8. The older two are college students. I am also a dog dad to an amazing little scamp named Austin.

Greetings, Eagle Family!

My name is Tammy Arvie. It is an awesome honor and privilege to serve as the 6^th Grade Counselor for Dueitt Middle School. I was born and raised in Lake Charles, Louisiana. My family and I moved to Houston, TX in 1998. I have been married to my wonderful husband, Marcus Arvie for 30 years. We have two beautiful daughters, Celeste and Celina, who are both educators. We are also blessed and proud to have two adorable grandchildren, Laila and Kalen, and two future son-n-loves, Dominque and TJ. Recently, we inherited another child, our teenage nephew, Damone.

My educational background consists of over 20 years in education, which includes my service as a teacher, interventionist and counselor. I received my Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology from McNeese State University and my Post-Baccalaureate Degree in Education from the University of Houston-Downtown. My Masters of Arts Degree in Counseling was received at the University of St. Thomas and my administrator’s certificate from Region IV-Inspire Texas. Currently, I am under the supervision of Dr. William Ross, as a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A), where my coursework was completed at Prairie View A & M University.  As a lifelong learner, I am passionate about education and supporting others to fulfill their goals. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, shopping, going to the movies, strolling in the park, trying new recipes and restaurants, serving at my church, and spending time with my family and friends.

I am excited about working with the Dueitt family, staff, and the community. Come on Eagles, let’s S.O.A.R. together!