Media Center

Welcome to the Media Center

Mission Statement
The mission of the Paul Knox Media Center is to encourage and support lifelong learning, literacy, and independent thinking.

Fines
There will be no overdue fines because of the pandemic.  Please bring back any library books you have when you are finished with them.  

Hello from the Media Center Staff!

Lee McCowan

Mrs. Lee McCowan

Email Ms. Lee McCowan

Phone: 803-442-6300 

Degrees and Certifications:
M.Ed., Ed.S, Instructional Technology, University of Georgia, Athens
B.F.A., University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
A.A.S., Associate's Degree in Cybersecurity, Augusta Technical College

I'm happy to be at Paul Knox Middle School, where my son graduated. I have 9 1/2 years of experience as a Media Specialist at the middle and elementary levels, and Master's and Specialist's degrees from University of Georgia. My bachelor's degree is from University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and I'm originally from Ohio. I advise the school's CyberPatriot and Battle of the Books teams.

I'm married with two adult children. Our daughter lives in Albany, New York, and our son lives in Saluda, SC. I enjoy gardening, exploring botanical gardens, learning about new technology, and, of course, more books than I can read.

Deborah Wipert

Mrs. Deborah Wipert

I'm the new media aide and new to the South. I recently moved from Circleville, Ohio, where I lived for 45 years. I have a bachelor's degree in business management and a minor in Christian education from Ohio Christian University. I have three grown children and a grandchild, all of whom live in Aiken County. My daughter is a teacher at North Augusta Middle School. I love volleyball and coached volleyball for 28 years.