Pine Ridge Middle School

Principal: Michelle M. Gordon

     ◦ Office Manager: Petra Montanez

     ◦ Phone Number: (239) 377-5004

It is my honor to work with the students, staff and parents of Pine Ridge Middle School to continue our tradition of excellence. My educational career began in Broward County as a reading teacher which I continued here in CCPS in 1998. In 2005, I began my administrative career as a Dean of Students, and have moved to be an Assistant Principal and Assistant Principal of Curriculum all in middle schools here in Collier County. I am excited that Pine Ridge Middle has a long history of finding ways for all of our students to succeed. From the garden, the outdoor classroom, musical experiences, scholar competitions to our sports teams, we have a place for everyone! All decisions are based on what is best for students. Together, we will make all Pine Ridge Middle students continue to be proud PANTHERS!

Assistant Principal C&I: Mrs. Ashley Coloma

     ◦ AP Secretary: Nicole Bills

     ◦ Phone Number: (239) 377-5002

Hello Panthers! I am excited to be at Pine Ridge Middle School as Assistant Principal of Curriculum. I was previously at Golden Gate Middle School for 9 years. I taught 6-8th Language Arts and was an RTI Coach before becoming an Assistant Principal at GGM. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in English at Molloy College on Long Island, NY. I moved to Naples after graduation, where I began teaching for CCPS in 2007. In 2013, I earned my Masters of Education Leadership from American College of Education. I am dedicated to the students and families and very much enjoy serving the community. I look forward to a great school year!

Assistant Principal: Mr. Jorge Badillo

     ◦ AP Secretary: Ms. Dawn Buscemi

     ◦ Phone Number: (239) 377-5014

Greetings Panthers!  I am excited to be at Pine Ridge Middle School to serve as your Assistant Principal of Attendance and Discipline.  I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Education at Florida Gulf Coast University before moving on to earn a Masters of Educational Leadership at the University of Florida.  Over the course of my career in Collier County, I have served as Classroom Teacher, Academic Coach, and now, Assistant Principal.  My two main priorities are increasing student ahievement and keeping our students safe.  I look forward to working with students, families, and our community to reach these goals.  Let’s have a great year!  Go Panthers!