Verlanda Bullard
Kindergarten
Mrs. McBride- Bullard is a native of Orlando, Florida. After graduating from Jones High School. She decided to plant a stable foundation in her hometown where she began her educational and professional journey into elementary education. With a passion for instilling the basic foundation of a primary education, she has dedicated over 30 years to teaching. She has a firm belief that “..if we pour our heart, love and best effort into equipping our youth with basic life and learning skills, their light will eventually turn on and they are destined to succeed.” She strives to continually refresh herself with the changing times and needs of children. She has also volunteered countless hours to mentoring and tutoring youth, with a preference for guiding young girls to help them become social and educational successes.
Janette James
1st
I love teaching! I have been teaching now for over forty years.God has blessed me with the gift to teach Reading and l am using that gift now as a First Grade teacher. I was born on the beautiful island of Jamaica where I earned a Bachelor of Arts with honors from the University of the West Indies (U.W.I.),and a Diploma in Theology from Caribbean Christ for the Nations.
I have always believed in bringing out the best in all my students with God's help.As a result, I try to instill in them the all powerful words from Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Alecia Thompson- Clark
3rd
Ever since I can remember I have had a love for working with children. I have been teaching for a total of 15 years. This will be going on my second year working at West Oak Christian Academy. I have a master’s degree in elementary education. I love to create an atmosphere in my classroom that is loving and inspiring. I love to teach my students how important it is just to try their best everyday and let God do the rest. My favorite teaching quote,” Shoot for the moon! Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars!
Vonda White
4th
Vonda White is originally from Orlando, Florida, where she began her teaching career over 15 years ago, presently entering her fifth year at West Oaks Academy. Vonda graduated from Florida Memorial University earning her Bachelor’s of Arts Degree. As a child growing up in a family of educators, Vonda realized at a young age teaching was her passion. Vonda believes that becoming an educator opens the opportunity to impart life lessons that students will never forget, allowing you to be in a position to influence their decisions, behaviors, strengths, weaknesses and imaginations. Teaching to Vonda is one of the most direct ways to make an impact and invaluable contribution. She knows that she is taking part in shaping the next generation. Through her years of teaching, she had the potential to interact with students at all stages of development and from all walks of life. Vonda believe each student have their own learning style. Her goal is to continue fostering a safe and nurturing classroom environment where each student can have the opportunity to achieve success.