Celebrating her fourth year on the Island, Mrs. Cleaton serves students in first grade.
Mrs. Celestine Givens works with Ms. Coleman to assist students in their first experience of school in the pre-kindergarten program.
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Mrs. Patricia Vanek , originally from Ohio, relocated more than 13 years ago with her family. Proud mom to two delightful daughters, one a graduate of law school, the other graduated college this year. She fondly recalls reading to them as children. Recently Mrs. Vanek and her husband traveled to Vail Colorado and Keystone Park for a ski trip. Mrs. Vanek feels the teachers are amazing and looks forward to working with all scholars on the Island. Mrs. Vanek is in charge of transportation and In School Suspension.
A former teacher assistant of the year, Mrs. Treka Ellis has been at MILA for thirteen years. Mrs. Ellis was the Media assistant for Mountain Island Lake Academy. Originally from Roan Mountain, Tennessee, Mrs. Ellis is the proud mom of two sons; both Eagle Scouts. An accomplished painter, Mrs. Ellis enjoys using oils to share her love of nature painting flowers and scenes from her home. She is a first time grandmother!
Congratulations to our 2020 Teacher Assistant of the Year!Recently celebrating her seventh year of marriage, Mrs. Lynette Brewer and husband Aaron enjoy outdoor activities. Originally from Hickory, North Carolina, Mrs. Brewer has lived in Charlotte and surrounding area for five years. Mrs. Brewer relates, " What I like about MILA is the feeling of humility I get when walking in the door. Every day is a day where our community of teachers grow the minds of our scholars. They touch our lives and hopefully we touch theirs."
I love to do crafts of any kind. I graduated from Mars Hill College (University now) with a bachelor's in psychology. Two of her passions are spending time with family and reading. She and husband Aaron will celebrate their son Oliver's fifth birthday in July 2020.
I love to do crafts of any kind. I graduated from Mars Hill College (University now) with a bachelor's in psychology. Two of her passions are spending time with family and reading. She and husband Aaron will celebrate their son Oliver's fifth birthday in July 2020.
My name is Kira Upsher and I am in charge of car rider number assignments. I was born in Manhattan, NY and raised in Charlotte from the age of 4. I am a product of CMS and graduated from David W. Butler High in 2001. I am currently attending Strayer University for my Bachelor of Business Administration with a Concentration in Health Services . My husband, Duane and I have three beautiful children: Kahdir, and twins Zyaila and Zion who all attend MILA. We love to play games, take walks, and have lots of fun! A few of my favorite authors are Dr. Seuss, Shel Silverstein, Langston Hughes and Maya Angelou. My favorite color is Blue and my favorite food is mashed potatoes and gravy yummy!