Our Children’s Academy is pleased to announce the Teacher and Support Staff of the Year for the 2015- 2016 school year. Ellynne Draper, First/Second Teacher and Janice Donaldson, Paraprofessional were selected by their peers for outstanding service and professionalism that is above and beyond. Pictured left to right are Steve Nolen, Director of Operations, Debra Johnson, Director of School Leadership, Steve Whitaker, Executive Director, Ellynne Draper and Janice Donaldson. These employees will be recognized at the Polk County Charter School Association Teacher of the Year Banquet in March for chance to be selected as overall winners for the county.