Welcome to Broadway Elementary!

Hello! My name is Renee Baker, and I am thrilled to be the school counselor at Broadway Elementary School. I’m so excited to be part of this wonderful community and can't wait to dive into another fantastic school year.

Originally from South Carolina, I made North Carolina my home 19 years ago. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Campbell University, a Master’s Degree in School Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, and I am currently pursuing my Doctorate in Educational Leadership.

Becoming a school counselor has always been a calling for me. I am deeply committed to supporting children and their families, ensuring that every student feels accepted, supported, and truly welcome in our school and community.

In my free time, I love to travel, spend time with my pets, and enjoy quality moments with my husband and our two wonderful children. Being with family and friends is something I cherish deeply.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there is anything I can do to support you, your child, or your family. I’m here to help!

"Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You." – Dr. Seuss

Renee Baker

Resources for Parents

There are many great websites available for parents. Just click on the link below each question to find out ways that you can help your child learn and grow!

How do I:

• teach my child better self-control

• help my child cope with stress

• deal with bullying

• deal with fear and anxiety

• handle my child's lying, cheating or stealing

• change my child's unwanted behaviors

• help my child be successful in school 

My name is Tyshonne McSwain, I am the school social worker here at Broadway Elementary. I like to think of myself as the bridge between the school and the families. I work closely with students whose families are transitioning or don’t have stable housing. I also work closely with Attendance. Attendance is so important for students. I like to think of school as an unpaid internship for students. School isn’t only about making sure your student becomes educated, it is also about preparing them for the future. Students need a routine in order to thrive and be the best they can be. Morning, day, and night routines along with healthy sleeping patterns have been proven to be efficient with helping students get to school. As a school social worker I want to be able to support the needs of students and make sure they are coming to school.

Some policies every parent should be aware of

• Policy Code 4400 Attendance

• Policy Code 4100 Age Requirement for initial Entry, and

• Policy Code 4125 Homeless students

If there is anything that I may have missed, you can feel free to call my work cell phone number: 919-888-0901, or email me at tmcswain.sw@lee.k12.nc.us

Hello Wildcats! 

My name is Melanie, but I'm known by the students as Nurse Metz. I have been a Pediatric Nurse for over 10 years and I have been serving as the School Nurse for Broadway Elementary since 2021. I am a Nationally Certified School Nurse (NCSN) and I am incredibly passionate about my job and serving the students and families of the Broadway community. A little bit about myself, I am originally from Virginia, but my husband's job relocated our family to North Carolina. Although we really miss our families back home, we have grown to genuinely love the new area that we now call home. My husband and I have two incredible sons and when we're not spending the majority of our free time at sporting events, we enjoy traveling, exploring new places, and trying new restaurants. I am so honored to be a part of the Broadway community, and I look forward to continuing to learn and grow as I serve the students and families of Broadway Elementary. 

Melanie Metz, BSN, RN, NCSN

Broadway Elementary School Nurse

Email: mmetz.nurse@lee.k12.nc.us

Phone: (919) 258-3828

Required Medical Documentation

• NC Health Assessment Form

• Medication Order (Purple form)

Informational Documents

• I need to go home if (illness guidelines)