Staff

Qualifications: B.S., Mississippi Valley State University, Computer Science; M.S., Jackson State University, Technology Education (MAT); Ph.D, New Foundation Theological Seminary, Christian Counseling
Dr. Sylvia Newman-Green
Armed with an overabundance of technological savvy from her educational studies and the degrees she has earned, Sylvia has unfalteringly steered her career to her current position as Director of Technology with the Yazoo County School District. With her commitment to her field of study, she has, additionally, established professional ties with the professional organizations, Mississippi Educational Technology Leaders Association (METLA), Mississippi Technology User Group (MSTUG), and Association of Information Technology Professionals, Jackson Chapter (AITP), Furthermore, as an extension of her area of expertise, Sylvia utilizes her skills via her active engagement with social and civic groups, Junior Auxiliary of Yazoo City, Mississippi and The Elite Club of Yazoo City, as she volunteers with their various community service initiatives. She especially excels in technological mentoring to youth and senior citizens of the Yazoo Community, in addition to the technological workshops hosts and facilitates to provide education to the technologically untutored members of the community.

Mrs. Robin Capler
Mrs. Robin Capler serves as the Instructional Technologist for Yazoo County School District. With more than 16 years of experience in public education, she is passionate about supporting teachers and students through meaningful, effective use of technology.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Mississippi Valley State University, a Master of Arts in Teaching from Alcorn State University, and a Specialist degree in Educational Administration and Supervision from Delta State University.
Mrs. Capler is committed to making technology accessible, engaging, and empowering for all learners. Beyond her work in education, she also contributes to her family’s adult daycare center, where she enjoys serving the community.
Mrs. Capler lives in Ridgeland, Mississippi with her husband, Stevie. They are proud parents and loving grandparents. When she’s not working, she enjoys shopping, dining out, and spending time with her family.