Dr. Aaron Archambeau - Principal
Welcome to West Forsyth High School! I am thrilled to serve both the school and this community as Principal! The 2025-2026 school year marks my 19th year in education. I began my career in Fulton County in 2008, working as a Career and Technical Education teacher. It wasn't until 2015 that I joined Forsyth County Schools when I began teaching Computer Science here at West. After two years as a teacher at West, I moved into the role of Assistant Administrator. When Denmark High School opened in 2018, I transitioned to an Assistant Principal position and then moved to North Forsyth High School in this same role for the 2021-2022 school year.
I have earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Management and a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Secondary Education, from the University of West Florida. In May, 2018, I earned a Doctor of Educational Leadership Degree from the University of Georgia. This is going to be an exciting year and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to serve the West Community once again!
Dr. Becki Britten - Assistant Principal
Welcome to WFHS! My name is Becki Britten and this year marks my 29th year as an educator. I have been a member of the West family since 2008. I previously taught English and AP Capstone; I also served as the English department chair and 504 coordinator. This year I will be working with the Fine Arts and Special Education departments. I look forward to another great year as a Wolverine!
I support student last names Ka-Mel.
Ms. Amy Cousin - Assistant Principal
I am so excited to be a part of the West Community! I am a graduate of LaGrange College, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Middle Grades Education. I began my teaching career in 2004 and have eleven years of classroom teaching experience, along with three years of experience coaching teachers. I earned a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and a Specialist in Education in Administration and Supervision from the University of West Georgia. For the past eight years, I have served as an assistant principal at Hopewell Middle School in Fulton County. This year, I will be serving the Math department and as an EOC coordinator.
I support student names Fo-Ju.
Ms. Angie Loftus - Assistant Principal
I love being a part of the West Community! This year marks my 30th in education. I began my career teaching middle school and high school students English. After 17 years in the classroom, I transitioned to Instructional Coaching and then Administration. I have served as an Assistant Administrator and Assistant Principal for the last 7 years. This year, I will be serving the English department and as the AP Coordinator. Please reach out if I can assist you in any way. I am looking forward to a great year as a Wolverine!
I support student last names Men-Rah.
Mr. Michael Parker - Assistant Principal
Welcome to West Forsyth! My name is Michael Parker. This is my 19th year in education and my fourth at West as Assistant Principal. Previously, I served as an Assistant Administrator at Forsyth Central High School. As a former social studies teacher and football coach, I have served several communities before coming to Forsyth County. This year I will be working with the Counseling and ESOL departments. I am excited for a great year. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do to help you.
I support student last names Te-Z.
Dr. Heather Tallant - Assistant Principal
I am thrilled to be at West Forsyth High School this year as I begin my 17th year with Forsyth County Schools. I began my career in 2002 as a Social Studies teacher at Forsyth Central High School and after a 9 year hiatus I returned to teaching right here at West Forsyth High School. I transitioned into the role of administrator in 2018 at Denmark High School and later at DeSana Middle School. Most recently, I served as the Assessment Coordinator for Forsyth County Schools. I am excited to work with our amazing CTAE department and our 3DE teachers.
I support student last names Rai-Ta.
Mr. Drew Candela - Assistant Administrator
It is a privilege to join the administrative team for the 2026–2027 school year. As a proud Forsyth County Schools employee since 2014, I have sought opportunities to serve our community in a variety of capacities. Throughout my career, I have coached baseball and swim and dive, sponsored Beta Club, and taught AP Language and Composition. Additionally, I have served as an AP Coordinator, Induction Leader, 504 Coordinator, and Professional Learning Coordinator. This year, I will support AP testing, 504s, Wolverine Time, and the Social Studies department. I look forward to serving the West community this year.
I support student last names Rai-Ta.
Mr. Jared Steinberg - Assistant Administrator
I am thrilled to be a member of the West Community. This will be my 24th year in education and my 14th year in Forsyth County. I spent 21 years as a Social Studies teacher, and this will be my second year as an Administrative Assistant. This year, I will serve WFHS as the 504 and EOC Coordinator. I will also be supporting the World Language and Science departments and helping to coordinate EOC & PSAT testing. I look forward to becoming a member of the Wolverine Community and helping all students and educators have a productive school year.
I support student last names Cat-Fl.
Mr. Brett Phipps - Athletic Director
My name is Brett Phipps and I am in my 16th year as the Athletic Director at West, but I have been at the school since it opened in 2007. This is my 34th year in education as a Social Studies teacher and coach. I am originally from Evansville, Indiana, where I was born and raised and spent the first 9 years of my teaching career before moving to Forsyth County in 2001. I received my Bachelor’s Degree from Indiana State University and my Masters Degree from the University of Southern Indiana and my Administrative Degree from the University of Georgia.
I have taught and coached at Evansville North High School, Evansville Harrison High School and The Signature Charter School all in Evansville, Indiana where I taught US History, US Government and coached football and wrestling. I moved to Cumming, GA in 2001 and taught at South Forsyth High School in AP Gov and AP US History, along with coaching football, and then transitioned to West in 2007. At West, I am in charge of all Athletic Teams, Booster Clubs, and outdoor rentals.