Administration
Mark Shinkaruk, Principal
The 2023-2024 school year will mark my twelfth year as a school principal and my second year as principal of our school. I am committed to ensuring we create excellence at Third Creek Middle School by providing each child with a safe, challenging and enjoyable educational experience.
Prior to TCMS, I served as principal of The Brawley School and Lake Norman Elementary, the assistant principal at Coddle Creek Elementary and a science teacher at Troutman Middle School. I'm a graduate of UNC-Charlotte where I completed my Master’s Degree in School Administration. I also hold a Bachelor's Degree (Elementary Education) from Northland College, a small liberal arts school in Ashland, Wisconsin. Iredell County is home to me. I am a graduate of Statesville High School.
I currently reside in Mooresville with my wife, Jennie, and our children. When I'm not spending time with my family, I also enjoy basketball, golfing, boating, fishing and grilling.
Email: mshinkaruk@iss.k12.nc.us
Twitter: @ShinkarukMark
(704) 872-2135
Harry Efird, Assistant Principal
Sarah Paslay, Assistant Principal
I am excited to begin my second year of administration at Third Creek Middle, where I have served previously as a science content coach. I am passionate about building relationships and success for students and teachers.
I grew up in Iredell County, attending West Iredell High School. I have an Exercise Science-Sports Medicine degree from Pfeiffer University. Upon graduation I was given an opportunity to teach science at West Iredell High and immediately fell in love with teaching, completing a lateral entry program to become licensed. After 10 years in the classroom, I joined the leadership team at Statesville High as the instructional facilitator, eventually leading to the role of the science content coach supporting middle and high schools across the district. I am currently working toward a masters in school administration from UNC Pembroke.
When not in schools I am with my family on a sports field, watching my kids plays or supporting other families. My husband, Bryan and I reside in Statesville with our two children.
Email: spaslay@iss.k12.nc.us
Twitter: @spaslay_iss
704-872-2135