Grace Education Academy, Early Learning Center

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Hello there and God Bless

My name is Yahaira Fernandez and I am the VPK teacher here at Grace Education Academy. I am so excited to be part of this amazing place. God is truly working here and you can see His mighty presence in the eyes of the students and in the hearts of the staff. The staff is so supportive here and they not only have welcomed me as a teacher but my children as well. This is a place like no other school that I know. This school accepts all students. This is a full inclusive school and we welcome every child no matter what. Teachers are supported  by administration and each classroom has a teacher assistant and a behaviorist !

I just want to thank God for all that He is providing for me, my children and this school.

Richard is a dynamic, driven and result oriented executive with success in managing multi-million-dollar assets. Richard expertly directs personnel, resources and technology in evolving and changing environments. He’s adept in critical thinking, communications and organizational skills, with proven ability to implement technologies based solutions and applying extensive knowledge to obtain rapid growth and profit opportunities. Through the years Richard has been employed in a wide range of careers opportunities, his vast experience in so many areas is what makes Richard skilled in reducing cost, launching initiatives, managing cross-functional teams and improving quality standards. Richard has held the following jobs over the past 30 years: General Manager GlenLakes Country Club, Director of Food & Beverage, Facility Manager, Club House Manager ,Events Coordinator  GlenLakes County Club Director of Food & Beverage, Golf Course Consultant Tierra Rejada Golf Club, Director of Operations AMJ Global Entertainment, Senior Advisor & Research Analyst/Consultant/ Operations AMJ Global LLC, Ventura County Contract Administrator, Regional Fleet Manager American Golf Corporation, Human Resources – USAF Recruiting Service, Instructor Supervisor US Air Force/ US Navy Inter-service Training Command, US Air Force Readiness/Logistics Manager, US Air Force Heavy Equipment Maintenance Supervisor/Trainer, US Air Force Security Specialist/Emergency Services Team. Currently He sits on the Hernando County Chamber Education, Training Association Board.

Richard holds a wide variety of degrees and certifications including a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with an emphasis in Organizational Leadership from University of La Verne

Richard is married to Dr. Tammy Rivera-Tubbs for over 28 years, together they have raised six children with their seventh child entering 5th grand and they have sixteen grandchildren so far.

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 Hello! My name is Macie Rodriguez. This will be my first year teaching at Grace Education Academy and I could not be more excited! I studied elementary education at the University of South Florida and it has always been a dream of mine to be a fourth-grade teacher! I am from Tampa Florida but we just recently moved to Brooksville. In addition to my education, I have been a nanny for 10 years and a health and wellness coach for 5 years! I am so excited to be starting my teaching career here at Grace Education Academy as I believe the standards and other staff are right up my alley. The opportunity to work at a school where all children are accepted is the most amazing thing I could have asked for. I have always had a passion for people with disabilities, a passion to teach children, and a passion for God so this is perfect! I am really looking forward to getting to know everyone and many memories! 

My name is Tiffany Middleton, and I am third year teacher at Grace Education Academy. I have been

happily married for 10 years with five children, three of which attend Grace Education Academy. Two of

my children have been diagnosed with different disabilities which has allowed me to learn more and

deviate from traditional teaching methods to some that are more effective and enjoyable for everyone.

Currently, I am attending Grand Canyon University to complete my degree in Childhood Education with

an emphasis in STEM. I am so excited to be teaching science this year to secondary students. My favorite

science subjects are Biology and Anatomy and Physiology. I absolutely love the life that God has created

and the study of it amazes me. Before becoming a teacher at Grace Education Academy, I was a long-

term substitute teacher at West Hernando Middle School. This changed my career choice from the

medical field to Education and I have been blessed since I made the change. I hope that I am able to

empower students to be the best that they can be as an individual and through Christ.

My name is Priscilla Hall. I am married with two beautiful daughters in college. We are a strong Christian family that centers our lives around the teachings of Christ and following the word of God. 

  I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology/ Pre-Med from the University of Central Florida in 1998. I had dreams of becoming an MD in Pediatric Psychiatric Research.  I didn’t realize at the time that my dream would be costly. Upon this realization, I changed my field and went back to school for Perioperative Nursing at National University in Indianapolis, IN. I stayed in the medical field for many years working in ambulatory surgical centers and ophthalmic offices. After living in very cold Indiana for many years, I returned home to Florida with my family in tow. I took a job working for Lake County Schools as a long-term substitute teacher in a Special Needs Unit. I finally got to put my original degree to good use. I fell in love with teaching. I had the most amazing students! My contract with Lake County Schools ended. My family and I decided that we wanted a farm so we moved to Pasco County, where we have a small family farm. I signed a teaching contract with Pasco County to teach a self-contained special needs class at Hudson High School. I also returned to school (my alma mater) The University of Central Florida, earning my Master’s in Higher Needs Education with a focus on Learning Strategies and Curriculum design. I am currently in pursuit of my Doctorate in Higher Needs Education. I am also the Founder and Director of The Blue Bulb Foundation. BBF is a nonprofit organization that continues educational services through the summer months for special needs students that require a more rigorous educational schedule. I believe that all children should have every opportunity to succeed.  

 Due to my strong faith and fortified belief in teaching our future with a Christian sense, I left public education and decided to teach in the private sector. I am very blessed to have been offered a teaching position at Grace Education Academy. Having the freedom to teach a Christ-centered curriculum and being able to be open about my faith is truly a blessing in life.

Gracias Jesus Cristo

This year we are going to have our students learning their history class online! They will have access to MIACADEMY! We are so excited for this opportunity for our 6th - 12th grade students.

Mrs Miles received her two Degrees specializing in Child Development and Family

Counseling from the University of South Africa. She immigrated from Durban, South

Africa in 2020 with her family. Mrs Miles has been Blessed with 3 children and a

wonderful Husband that supports everything she does. They have 2 dogs and 2

bearded dragons. Mrs Miles has a passion for working with special needs children

and their families. She has worked with special needs children teaching English as a

Foreign Language (TEFL), homeschooled special needs children, worked with

autistic children as an RBT and practiced as a Psychologist in South Africa. Mrs

Miles loves traveling to new places and scuba diving. Mrs Miles attended St.

Dominic’s Convent during her secondary school years in South Africa and found her

love and passion for God and for helping other people. She has done extensive

volunteer work with children and HIV adults (Bangkok, Thailand), Street Children,

Children’s Homes, Old Age homes, and Woman’s Shelters (Durban, South Africa),

Cerebral Palsy Home, Old Age Homes, Catholic Township Blaauwbosch, HIV Aids

Babies Homes (Johannesburg, South Africa) and Assisted Living Facilities (Florida,

USA). In the Bible, we are called upon to help others and love thy neighbor. Scripture

tells us, "Let each of you look not only to his own interests but also to the interests of

others" (Philippians 2:4). As God has given us life and this plentiful earth we should

share his blessings with our family, friends, and community. among you, and to the

poor who live with you in your land.";

Creative ways of learning! This year our students in 6th - 12th grade will have the ability to have their lessons delivered to them via their own course of study.

Part of our learning this year, we are embracing the opportunity of giving our students the ability of using technology in our classrooms. This year our bible classes will be taught on-line via miacademy for our 6th - 12th grade students! Chapel will continue every Wednesday. At the Main Campus 5165 - 5171 Mariner Blvd (daycare - 2nd grade) and the West Campus 11085 Hearth Road (3rd - 12th grade).