DFSME’s June’s “Shining Light Award” Honors Megan Dempsey-Byler, W.B. Simpson Elementary, Caesar Rodney School District

Mrs. Dempsey-Byler is a knowledgeable and well-respected math specialist with twelve years of experience working with a variety of learners in numerous settings. She is a tremendous resource to W.B. Simpson School, Caesar Rodney School District, as she works directly with struggling math learners, providing MTSS Tier 3 support lessons.

She also works with our special education population, helping them achieve their IEP goals and bridge the gap between their current level and the grade level assigned. Due to Mrs. Dempsey’s efforts, a 13% increase in the school’s SBAC math scores from 2024 to 2025. Our overall scores exceed district and state averages in addition to a 5% increase in end of the year I-Ready scores from 2024-2025. She has written and won grants to expand our students’ access to math materials.

Mrs. Dempsey is also a tremendous teacher leader, is organized, innovative and is professional in all that she does. Her exemplary highlights include: Advantage Math Recovery Course Certified Teacher-2024-present; Building a Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics-2023-2026; Member of the WBS School Leadership Team-2024-2026; Member of School Health Committee-2023-2026; W.B. Simpson Teacher of the Year-2021; and Girls on the Run Coach-2021-2022. Mrs. Dempsey is heavily involved in school, district and state committees to improve math outcomes for all students.

We are pleased to recognize Megan Dempsey-Byler as a Superlative Educator!

Mrs. Dempsey-Byler was nominated by Brook Fuchs, Principal, W.B. Simpson Elementary School, Caesar Rodney School District.

 

Thank You to Our Shining Light Program Sponsor: Chesapeake Utilities