RFMS Administration

Principal - Dr. Joey Jones

Greetings. My name is Joey N. Jones. I am pleased to serve as principal of Robert Frost Middle School, one of the top middle schools in the nation. I was born in Reidsville, North Carolina. I enjoyed a wonderful childhood along with my parents, three brothers, and two sisters. My wife and I have three young adult girls. We value family, faith, and community. We have a passion for the development and success of people, particularly youth. 

I earned B.S. and M.S. degrees in industrial arts/technology education from North Carolina A&T State University. I was fortunate to be awarded an academic fellowship to attend the University of Maryland where I earned a Ph.D. degree in Public School Administration and Supervision. I started my Montgomery County Public Schools career in 1992 as a substitute teacher. Since then, I have enjoyed successful years of service at Sligo Middle School, Thomas Edison High School of Technology, and Rockville High School. I am very excited to be a part of the Robert Frost Middle School community. Finally, in my spare time I enjoy traveling, watching and playing sports, reading, and eating out at nice restaurants. One of my personal quotes is: Leaders are always doing one of two things – getting better or getting behind. Choose to get better. 

Prinicipal Intern - MRS. Lavina Carrillo

Hello, my name is Lavina Carrillo. With 20 years as an educator, I am excited to join Robert Frost Middle School this year as Principal Intern. My career in education began in Panama City, Panama, where I grew up in a multicultural home with roots in India, blending Hindu traditions with Spanish culture. I taught there before moving to the United States, where I spent two years as a fifth-grade teacher at Oyster Adams Bilingual School in Washington, D.C. I then taught in Montgomery County Public Schools for two years before moving into administration, first as Assistant School Administrator and then Assistant Principal at Montgomery Blair High School, where I spent seven years. I went on to serve three years as an elementary school principal at Rock Creek Forest. Having taught and led at the elementary and high school levels, I’m looking forward to bringing that whole-child perspective to Frost. 

I earned my B.A. in Psychology from the University of Miami and my M.A. in Educational Leadership from George Washington University. This year I’m also beginning my first term on the Pillar 5 advisory committee for the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Accountability and Implementation Board, which focuses on governance and accountability. 

My greatest achievement and joy is my family. My husband and I have three children: two sons, ages 26 and 14, and a daughter, age 22. Together we love to travel, try new foods, watch movies, and read and relax on the beach whenever we can. I am thrilled to work alongside the Frost Community and ensure our students experience excellence!

Assistant Principal - Mrs. Chike

 

Hello, I’m Khara Cannon Chike.  Prior to becoming an Assistant Principal, I was a Spanish teacher for 22 years and a World Languages Resource Teacher for 6 years.  In 1997, I began my teaching career in Prince George’s County Public Schools at Eleanor Roosevelt High School.  In 2000, I began teaching for Montgomery County Public Schools at Springbrook High School, where I continued to teach Spanish and became the Resource Teacher for the World Languages Department for six years.  I earned my B.A. degree with honors in Spanish Secondary Education from the University of Maryland, College Park and my M.A. degree in Spanish Literature from Howard University.  In 2011, I received a graduate certificate in Administration and Supervision from Towson University.  I also proudly received a graduate certificate in Equity and Excellence in Education from McDaniel College.

I grew up in Randolph, New Jersey.  When I’m not at work, you can find my husband and me cheering on our children in their various sports activities.  I also enjoy traveling, going for long walks, and playing pickleball.

I joined the Frost family in 2019 and I value the school community and its dedication to the students.  I appreciate how the school community works together to promote excellence and success for every child.  As an educator, I believe that students want to know that we care and that we believe in them.  I look forward to serving the Frost community and helping every child reach their full potential.