Prior to joining FSI, Michael was working part time for Asheville City Schools teaching exceptional children in all grade levels. He had retired from teaching in 2018. He has worked at Asheville, TC Roberson, and McDowell High Schools as an Exceptional Children teacher in the Occupational Course of Study. Prior to that, Michael taught in Charleston, SC.
Michael is married and has three children. The youngest is a student at North Carolina State University.
Michael has a BS in Physical Education from the University of South Carolina and an MAT in Special Education from the College of Charleston.
Michael grew up in the lowcountry of South Carolina, but calls the mountains home. He has lived here since 2001. He is excited to have join the FSI community.
During his free time, Michael enjoys running, kayaking, volleyball, woodworking, and genealogy.