Administration

Mrs. Amy Hammock, Principal

Email: Hammock.Amy@fcboe.org

With over 25 years in education, Amy Hammock is proud to serve as principal at McIntosh High School. Upon graduation from McIntosh High School in 1992, Mrs. Hammock attended Georgia State University, earning her Bachelor of Science in Biology. She also earned her Master’s and Specialist Degrees in Educational Leadership from the University of West Georgia. She began her career at Fayette County High School teaching Biology and Physical Science. Mrs. Hammock then moved to Whitewater High School where she taught Human Anatomy and Physiology. She served as the Science Department Chairperson and was the school's Instructional Technologist. Next, Mrs. Hammock spent the last 8 years as an assistant principal at McIntosh High School where she served as registrar and chief registrar for Fayette County Schools. Mrs. Hammock’s career honors include her 2007 Whitewater High School Teacher of the Year selection and her 2016 Distinguished Wildcat Award.

Mrs. Hammock has been happily married to Chris Hammock for over 24 years and is the mother of three children, William and twins Sarah and Andrew. William will attend The University of Georgia in the spring to study Ocean Science and Marine Biology. Sarah and Andrew will begin 9th grade at McIntosh High School. Mrs. Hammock is looking forward to seeing them in the halls of MHS.

As an alumna and new principal of McIntosh High School, Mrs. Hammock is honored to lead the faculty, staff, and students in discovering their place in this inspiring school community that she calls home.

Mrs. Nicole Guest, Assistant Principal

Email: Guest.Nicole@fcboe.org

Nicole Guest began her career in education in 2001. She is a McIntosh High School alumna, graduating class of 1997. After graduation, she continued her education and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Education from The University of Georgia (Go DAWGS!). She later received her Master of Education from Kennesaw State University and a Specialist in Educational Leadership from the University of West Georgia.

Mrs. Guest is happily married to her husband, Rhett Guest, and they have three children together: Ava, Marlee, and Owen. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and is thrilled to be a McIntosh Chief!

Mr. Daniel S. Lakly, Assistant Principal

Email: Lakly.Daniel@fcboe.org

Daniel S. Lakly began his career in education in 1993. After 18+ years as a teacher, building level administrator and district level administrator in the state of Georgia, he spent three years in Central Florida as an Area Administrator for Student Support Services and as Assistant Principal at Millennium Middle Fine Arts/Communication Magnet School in Sanford, Florida. Mr. Lakly is a 1987 graduate of McIntosh High School. Mr. Lakly is a three-time graduate of the University of Georgia, earning a BSED in Secondary Social Science Education, an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and an Ed.S in Administration and Supervision. During his career, Mr. Lakly has served as the Community Involvement Chairperson in Seminole County Public Schools, cluster chairperson of the Elementary Sunshine Committee in Gwinnett County Public Schools, vice-chair of school redistricting committee 2006-08 in Gwinnett County Public Schools and was the executive director of the 20th Annual Georgia Psycho-Educational Conference in 1997. Mr. Lakly is the father of twin sons, Jack and Connor.

Mr. Bob Rice, Assistant Principal

Email: Rice.Bob@fcboe.org

Bob Rice began his career in 2007 teaching Social Studies at Griffin High School. He then spent 5 years at J.C. Booth Middle School teaching 7th grade World Geography.

Mr. Rice earned his high school diploma from Euclid High School in Euclid, Ohio in 2002. He then earned his Bachelor's in Secondary Education with Integrated Social Studies from Bowling Green State University. He earned his Master's degree in Teacher Leadership from Columbus State University. In 2020, Mr. Rice was selected as Teacher of the Year at J.C. Booth Middle School. In addition, he has served in various leadership roles such as: Teacher Leader, PBIS Coach, PBIS Team Leader, AP Reader, 7th Grade Team Leader, and community liaison.

Mrs. Chris Salas, Assistant Principal

Email: Salas.Chris@fcboe.org

Chris Salas started in the field of education in 2004. She began her career in Rockdale County, followed by time in Putnam County where she taught high school English. In 2008, she began her career with Fayette County schools. She served at Whitewater High School as an English teacher, English department chair, and literacy coach. Mrs. Salas received her Bachelor of Arts in Rhetoric and Communication from Mercer University. She later received her Masters in Secondary English Education from Mercer and finally her Specialist in Teacher Leadership, also from Mercer University.

Mrs. Salas is happily married to her husband, Jahdiel, and a proud mother of five children. Her daughters, Emily and Grace, are alumni of Whitewater High School. Her sons, Jacob, Lucas, and Isaac, are currently enjoying their time in Fayette County Schools. Mrs. Salas enjoys spending time with her family and friends, including her dog, Bella. She is a strong believer in the power of a quality education, and she is excited to be a McIntosh Chief!

Dr. Jason Carrera, Assistant Principal

Email: Carrera.Jason@fcboe.org

Dr. Jason Carrera began his 2nd career in education over 12 years ago after spending 18 years in corporate sales. He received his Doctor of Education from Walden University and his Leadership degree from West Georgia. Dr. Carrera was the Head Football Coach at Meadowcreek HS in Gwinnett County where he turned around the program and became the winningest coach in school history. He went on to become an assistant principal and athletic director at Central Gwinnett High School where he has spent the last three years. Dr. Carrera has lived in the Coweta/Fayette area for the last 11 years with his wife Michele, who is a principal in Coweta County. He and Michele have five boys who all graduated college with careers. Dr. Carrera enjoys golf, time on the lake, and adventures with Michele.