About Dr. Patience

Dr. Patience began serving as principal at Porter Ridge Middle in 2015. He had been an assistant principal at Porter Ridge for several years before accepting the principalship. Prior to joining the Porter Ridge Community, he worked two years each as an assistant principal at Monroe and Weddington High.  Dr. Patience started his educational career as a math teacher in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools before being selected as a North Carolina Principal Fellow and transitioning into school administration. Dr. Patience was nominated for UCPS Assistant Principal of the Year three times in the past few years and received the award in 2014-2015. 

Dr. Patience believes his primary responsibilities are keeping children safe and nurturing their academic, social, and behavioral growth.  Dr. Patience is married and his wife is a third-grade teacher in Charlotte.   When not working with the Porter Ridge community, he enjoys traveling with his wife, reading, and watching his favorite sports including hockey, baseball, and football.

Contact Dr. Patience

• Phone: 704-225-7555
• Email: brian.patience@ucps.k12.nc.us

About Mr. Turner

I am excited to be joining the Porter Ridge family. I am originally from Cabarrus County, Harrisburg, where I live with my lovely wife, Luci. I have two children a son Zachary and a daughter Raegan. I am not the only member of the family devoted to education – my wife teaches 6^th grade English Language Arts in Cabarrus County.

I earned my undergraduate degree from Wingate University and earned my master’s in School Administration from Gardner Webb, I began my teaching career teaching Marketing at West Charlotte and North Mecklenburg High Schools. 

I started my career in administration at Piedmont High School in Union County in 2004, where I was the Freshmen Academy administrator. Following my two years at Piedmont High, I have served as assistant principal at CC Griffin Middle School, South Providence, and Parkwood Middle School.

While the Turner family loves being involved in education – it isn’t our only passion. My wife and I enjoy exercising and traveling. My hobbies include playing golf and grilling. Football is one of my favorite pass times, as I am not only a season ticket holder for the Carolina Panthers, but also referee high school football.

I look forward to joining the Porter Ridge family and working with your outstanding staff.

Contact Mr. Turner

• Phone: 704-225-7555
• Email: john.turner@ucps.k12.nc.us

About Mr. Lacy

Mr. Lacy is a native of Union County and a graduate of Monroe High School. He attended UNC Charlotte where he earned a B.A. degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Mathematics. After receiving his degree Mr. Lacy taught 3rd and 5th grades in Union County Public Schools. He then attended UNC Charlotte to pursue a Master’s degree in School Administration where he also was a Principal Fellow. Mr. Lacy completed his principal internship at Porter Ridge High School. He is excited to serve another year as an assistant principal at Porter Ridge Middle School and continue to support the Pirate family.

Contact Mr. Lacy

• Phone: 704-225-7555
• Email: chris.lacy@ucps.k12.nc.us

About Mrs. Beaverson

Samantha Beaverson grew up in Union County. She attended Union County Public Schools and graduated from Piedmont High School. She earned a degree in Special Education and Elementary Education from UNC-Wilmington, and a degree in Educational Leadership from Wingate University. Mrs. Beaverson previously taught at Porter Ridge Middle and Cabarrus County Schools as a special education teacher.

She is dedicated to helping all students reach their potential academically, behaviorally, and social/emotionally. She is an advocate for students and believes all students can make growth personally and academically when given proper supports and quality instruction. Mrs. Beaverson resides in Fairview with her husband and children. When not working with Porter Ridge families, she enjoys traveling, being outside, and spending time with family and friends.

Contact Mrs. Beaverson

• Phone: 704-225-7555
• Email: samantha.beaverson@ucps.k12.nc.us