Vera Schwartz (nee Groober) is Principal Hickey's Secretary at Hazelnut Middle School, and is known for her extremely husky voice and odd old lady-ish charm. Vera is usually responsible for announcing school related news over the loudspeaker, which showcases her unique and dry sense of humor. Vera has an interesting talent in scatting/beat poetry that is showcased at the environmental talent show that Pepper Ann helps plan in "The Environ-Mentals".