Administration

Principal: John.Cavanaugh@cpschools.com

Mr. Cavanaugh is beginning his fifth year as Principal of Deep Creek Middle School, after serving as an Assistant Principal at Indian River Middle School, and prior to that Great Bridge Middle School. Mr. Cavanaugh is beginning his 25th year in the field of education, and his 21st with Chesapeake Public Schools. He earned a Master of Science in Education from Old Dominion University, as well as an Educational Specialist Degree in Administration and Supervision from The George Washington University. Prior to becoming an Administrator, Mr. Cavanaugh taught Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1 at Hickory Middle School for 8 years.

Assistant Principal : Dr. Karitta Page (8th Grade): Karitta.Page@cpschools.com

Dr. Karitta Page is eager to embark on her journey as the 8th Grade Assistant Principal at Deep Creek Middle School. With a rich background in education, she brings over 17 years of experience as a special education teacher—8 years at the middle school level and 9 years at the high school level. Her dedication to student success also led her to serve as a dean of students for 2 years at the elementary level.

Dr. Page earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, a Master of Arts in Applied Sociology, and a Special Education Endorsement from Old Dominion University. She further advanced her knowledge with a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Administration and Supervision from Cambridge College and a Doctorate in Advanced Educational Leadership from Regent University.

Dr. Page is excited to bring her passion for education and leadership to Deep Creek Middle School.

Assistant Principal (7th Grade): Lychellia.Cheeks@cpschools.com

Dr. Lychellia Cheeks comes from a long line of teachers and preachers. Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Dr. Cheeks’ family consists of educators, administrators in public schools, alternative schools, and school board members, as well as Higher Education faculty and staff.

Dr. Cheeks earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from Indiana State University, a Masters and a Doctorate in Education from Regent University.

Before coming to Deep Creek Middle School, Dr. Cheeks served as juvenile prevention specialist in the Juvenile Magistrates office, a social studies teacher, office manager for Psychological Service Center at Regent University, and Student Activities Coordinator at Great Bridge High School. Proudly, she was on the inaugural administrative team at Grassfield High School. Dr. Cheeks brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as a content and Freshman Transition supervisor. She attributes her success to faith, family and the amazing professionals she has worked with along the way.

She lives in Chesapeake where her greatest roles are Moma and Gram. Her education and strong work ethic were gifted to her by her parents, Roosevelt and Josephine.

Assistant Principal (6th Grade): Tracy.Reynolds@cpschools.com

Mrs. Tracy Reynolds is beginning her 4th year at Deep Creek after being at Indian River Middle School for 17 years. She began her teaching career as a 7th grade History teacher before becoming an Instructional Specialist, and has served in multiple leadership and training roles outside the classroom.

Mrs. Reynolds earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from Virginia Wesleyan University, her Master of Science in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment from Walden University, and her Educational Specialist degree in K-12 Administration and Supervision from Regent University.

Mrs. Reynolds lives in Chesapeake, and she and her husband (JR) have two daughters (Ashley and Emily). She loves being a Hornet, and she LOVES purple!