Administration

Mrs. Amber Ray

Hey White Plains Wildcats!  My name is Amber Ray and I am your new WPMS principal!

I am thrilled to be back home!  I began my teaching career at WPES 19 years ago, where I taught 3rd grade for five years. I then came to WPMS and taught 5th grade Science and Math. After that time, I have been the AP at Weaver Elementary and then the principal at Saks Elementary for the last 6 years. When I began my administration path, I knew that my goal was to someday make it right back here with you all and here we are! 

I am married to Mr. LP Ray and we have two awesome children!  Our daughter, Gracie, is a graduate of WPHS and is currently a student at Auburn University. Our son, Coleman, is currently a Junior at WPHS. 

My hobbies include spending precious time with family, traveling, attending AU football games and reading!

I am so excited about the school year ahead as we learn and grow together!  

 

Mrs. Erin Thielker

I am so excited to be a part of the WILDCAT family. I have been an educator since 2005. I spent 8 years in a K-3 classroom. In 2012, I began working on my EDS in ESL and was hired as the ESL Specialist for Talladega City Schools.  Through those experiences I knew that I wanted to begin working towards being an administrator. In 2019 I completed my addition to my Master's degree in Administratio.  In 2021, I was given the opportunity to be your Assistant Principal here at WPMS. It has been such a blessing to serve this community. 

I am married to Matt Thielker. We have two daughters, who attend school at White Plains Elementary and White Plains High. We enjoy attending our daughter's sports and cheering on the Lady Wildcats. My hobbies include running, traveling, spending time with my family, and reading. I am so excited about another school year beginning and all the wonderful things we will accomplish together at White Plains Middle School.