• Lynn Schoeneck – Head of School; Occupational Therapist

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    Lynn earned a M.S. in Occupational Therapy from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a B.A. in Psychology (graduated with honors) from Wake Forest University. She is certified and licensed to practice occupational therapy. She has attended continuing education courses in the areas of handwriting (Handwriting Without Tears and Solving the Handwriting Puzzle), executive function, auditory training (Integrated Listening Systems, Therapeutic Listening), auditory processing, visual processing, sensory processing, information regarding specific learning differences, and course relating to administration. She has given presentations to parents, staff, and at the annual GISA conference. Lynn joined Porter Academy in 2004.

  • Tracye Purchase – Assistant Principal

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    Tracye earned her Doctorate (EdD) in Special Education from Northcentral University, her Masters of Science in Special Education from Long Island University, and her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Lincoln University. Before joining Porter Academy, she had 11 years experience as a resource teacher , 5 years experience as a preschool owner, and 12 years experience as a general education teacher. She had worked with children preschool through fourth grade. Tracye joined Porter Academy in 2016.

  • Barbara Richard – Director of Student Services

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    Barbara earned a M.A. in Educational Administration and a B.A. in Elementary Education. She has 20 years experience teaching Kindergarten-grade 4. She was a Vice Principal for two years in Florida. Barbara has teaching certification in FL and MA. She is trained in Orton-Gillingham, Handwriting Without Tears, Sensory Integration Disorders, Math Their Way, and Differentiated Instruction. Barbara joined Porter Academy in 2003.

  • Hannah Cha – Administrative Assistant

    Hannah took courses at Kennesaw State University, has worked both in the classroom and as an administrative assistant, and teaches violin. Hannah joined Porter Academy in 2003.

  • Markeah Green – Community Outreach

    Markeah earned her Bachelors of Science Degree in Exercise Science/Kinesiology from Georgia Southern University. She comes to us with eight years of experience working with children as a camp counselor, youth athletics coach, and childcare provider. Markeah joined Porter Academy in 2024.

  • Marcie Schultz – Lead Teacher

    Marcie earned a B.S. in Computer Technology and an A.A.S in Computer Programming. She is certified as a Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner. Marcie has experience tutoring children with dyslexia in reading and spelling and worked at Pathways Academy. Marcie joined Porter Academy in 2004.

  • Stacey Edwards – Lead Teacher

    Stacey earned her Masters of Science from Cappella University and her Bachelor of Arts from Maryland Institute College of Art. Stacey is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor and holds licenses in Art Education and through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horseman (PATH Intl). Stacey has over thirty years of experience teaching grades K-12, most recently teaching a 4th/5th grade special education class at The Cottage School. She is also a lead instructor at Special Equestrians of Georgia. Stacey joined Porter Academy in 2021.

  • Cathy Wiggins – Lead Teacher

    Cathy earned her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education from Clark Atlanta University. She comes to us with 21 years of experience teaching elementary students. She has been awarded Teacher of the Year, is gifted endorsed, and maintains her T-4 Georgia Teaching Certification. Cathy joined Porter Academy in 2023.

  • Mahjabeen Aamer – Lead Teacher

    Mahja earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Karachi and has worked as a substitute teacher, special education paraeducator, and ESOL instructor. Mahja joined Porter Academy in 2023.

  • Winston Nuckolls – Lead Teacher

    Winston earned his Master of Arts in Special Education from the University of Texas and his Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech. This is Winston’s 10th year as an educator. He has been a paraprofessional in a self-contained classroom and a special education co-teacher in math and science inclusive classrooms. He served as the caseload manager of the students in his classes that had student support plans. Winston joined Porter Academy in December 2025.