In 2002, Joanna graduated from Mississippi State University with her degree in Elementary Education. With a career in education, spanning over 20 years, she has taught all grades K-6. 

Joanna is the mother of three sons and lives in Seminary with her husband, Mark. 

Get to know her fact: She LOVES animals and has three dogs, a bearded dragon, and a leopard gecko as pets. 

Read the quote below from Mrs. Joanna.

Great teachers empathize with children, respect them, and believe that each one has something special that can be built upon. - Ann Lieberman

Over the last 28 years, Ms. Judy has served students in Kindergarten - 12th grade in child nutrition.  She is a certified Servsafe School Nutrition Manager. She will teach our students in the areas of following recipes, baking, and much more! 

She lives in Taylorsville with her husband Jimmy. She has 2 sons Jeremy and Jay, 3 awesome grandchildren, and 1 daughter is law. 

Get to know her fact: She LOVES making candy during the holidays.

Below you will find Ms. Judy's favorite Bible verse: 

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. - Philippians 4:13

Please see the message below from Mrs. Montanna: 

Hello future parents and students!  My name is Montanna Tucker.  I’m 30 years old, a proud wife and mother, and my family and I live in Mize. 

When I’m not busy learning more about my craft, my two children, Bennett and Piper, keep me busy! We enjoy spending time with our two dogs, two cats, and two horses! 

I can’t wait to see what this season of life holds! I hope to inspire creativity, and most importantly, impart my love of art with everyone.

Mrs. Jess teaches our American Sign Language classes to all K5-12th grade students. 

She is the mom of seven & grandmother to 3. Shes been a teacher for 26 years. 

She's hard of hearing and loving life.

Bailee Purser is excited to join the faculty as the music teacher for the upcoming school year. She has a lifelong love of music and enjoys singing, playing guitar, and helping others discover their musical abilities.

Bailee holds an Associate Degree with a 4.0 GPA and has a passion for teaching, creativity, and encouraging students to grow in confidence through music. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children, gardening, kayaking, and caring for her animals. She looks forward to helping students develop an appreciation for music while creating a fun and encouraging learning environment.

My name is Kaydence Middleton.

I am a caring, dependable individual with a passion for working with young children.

I enjoy helping children learn, grow, and build confidence in a positive and supportive environment.

I am excited for this new chapter in my life and for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Brex Bankston

Beverly Roberts