Social Studies
Austin Arrington
American History and World History
Austin.Arrington@cravenk12.org
Austin Arrington is one of our awesome history teachers. A native of Craven County, he attended ECU and is now in his 10th year at West Craven. He loves that there's always something more to learn about history and how one fact can totally change your perspective on something. His hobbies outside of the classroom include hosting a weekly trivia game and performing onstage at the local theatres.
Big News!
West Craven High School is proud to announce that Austin Arrington has been selected to attend the 2026 Teachers’ Trip to Poland. This program brings North Carolina educators who teach about the Holocaust to an intensive eight-day educational seminar in Poland.
This year, more than 360 teachers applied for just 40 available spots. More than 100 teachers from across North Carolina have participated in the program, representing more than 70 of the state’s 100 counties. The program is also supported by the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT), which annually funds five teachers to participate in the trip. Congratulations to Mr. Arrington on this outstanding achievement, and we look forward to hearing about the experience, as well as seeing how the knowledge and insights gained will be integrated into the school’s curriculum.
Cameron Eure
American History and American History Honors
Craig Fitch
Economics and Personal Finance and Economics and Personal Finance Honors
My name is Craig Fitch and I am a graduate of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, where I earned my B.A. in Social Studies Education (6-12). I have taught social studies at West Craven since I moved here from Sheffield, PA in 2014. I am also an assistant coach for the football team and the head men's golf coach. My amazing wife Brooke Fitch is a kindergarten teacher at Bridgeton Elementary, and we have a 3 year old son together. We are proud to be a part of Eagle Nation!
Lee Ann Jakubowski
Civics & Economics and AP Psychology
My name is Lee Ann Jakubowski. I teach Civics, AP Psych, and AP Gov. I recently moved here from the Charlotte area. I am married with 2 college-aged children. I am originally from the Northeast. I graduated from UNCC with a BA in history. I relocated here in August from the Charlotte area. I love the beach and running.
Jillian Traynor
Civics and AP US History
Jillian Traynor has been part of Eagle Nation since 2023. She got her Master's in Secondary Education from Point Park University and is excited to share her knowledge with her students. As part of the Social Studies department, she teaches Civics and Government, Economics and Personal Finance, AP United States History, and AVID 4.
Dr. Syuen Walker
World History and World History Honors
Hello, my name is Dr. Syuen Walker, and I am excited to be your teacher! I am originally from Kingston, Jamaica, and I have a deep love for learning and sharing knowledge with others. After high school, I studied at The Mico Teacher’s College, one of the oldest institutions in the Caribbean. I later pursued higher education in the United States, earning degrees in Psychology, Education, and, most recently, a Ph.D. in Education. I enjoy taking on new challenges and believe learning should always be an adventure. Outside of teaching, I love traveling, exploring new cultures, reading, and spending quality time with my family. As your teacher, I aim to create a positive, engaging, and supportive classroom where everyone feels encouraged to grow, take risks, and reach their highest potential.