Our Mission & Team

Academy of Innovation (AOI) is an accredited 501(c)(3) private school with a personalized and positive approach to teaching children in grades 1 through 12.

Our mission:

Maximize the potential of students with learning challenges and develop foundations for success.

We offer innovative approaches with proven research-based teaching methods. We individually address the needs of students facing learning barriers to unlock their hidden potential and let learning take flight.

​From specific learning challenges such as dyslexia and ADD/ADHD to students who struggle in a traditional classroom setting, Academy of Innovation strengthens our students’ learning skills so they can succeed in any learning environment.

Administration Team

Our Faculty

  • Sandy Blankenship

    Math Teacher
    ASDEC Math Trained

  • Kristin Johnson

    Middle School Teacher
    ASDEC Math Trained
    Wilson Level 1 Certified

  • Kris Mayfield

    High School Teacher
    BS Elementary Education
    Wilson Level I Certified
    ASDEC Math Trained

  • Deana Mitchell

    Elementary Teacher
    ASDEC Math Trained

  • Lynn Strehle

    Math Teacher
    B.S. Mathematics
    Georgia certified math teacher
    ASDEC Math Trained

  • Maggy Lindler

    Elementary Teacher
    Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education
    Middle School Math and Social Studies Endorsement
    Wilson Level 1 Certified

  • Connie Mayberry

    Middle School Teacher
    BA English Education
    Certified in Gifted, English, and Special Education

Our Board of Directors

Ava White Founder of AOI

Anthony Dye Board Chair

Martha Megahee Board Member

Brent Hatcher Board Member

Richard Malcolm​ Board Member

Sonia Rice Board Member

Adam Blackwell Board Member

Mike Zeiler Board Member

Supporting Our Mission

Through your donations, you have the ability to forever change the trajectory of a student's life! By equipping students with the tools they need to overcome their labeled learning disabilities, these students' learning potential becomes unlimited, which gives them opportunities to fulfill dreams and become upstanding citizens in our society!