I grew up in a small farming community in Southwest Michigan, where literally “everybody knows your name”. I was raised in a single-parent household, and I am the middle child of my mother’s three children. I met my husband at Western Michigan University and have been happily married for 19 years. I am the proud mother of two amazing children. My daughter (14 yrs.) will be a freshman and my son (16 yrs.) will be a junior in high school, this fall. I have also been a foster mother and an adoptive mother to several children.

Ashley Gibbs brings over 15 years of experience School Counseling experience with her to Learn4Life. She believes all children can learn and reach their goals! Let’s change your story together!

I am a native of Orangeburg, South Carolina. I matriculated from Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School. Upon graduating from South Carolina State University I taught high school English for 15 years years in Colleton County .Later I moved into administration and then to the District leadership role in Dorchester County.
I hold many awards and titles, but have always had a passion for education helping to shape and direct young people to fulfill their ambitions and become a productive citizen.
I have been at Learn4Life Charleston since its inception four years ago.
To whom much is given, much is required.

I am a social studies teacher and lifelong educator originally from New York City, with a strong commitment to helping students reach their full potential. I earned my degree in history from the College of Charleston and have spent my entire adult life in the classroom, guiding young minds through the complexities of the past and present.

As a mother of three, I’m inspired daily by the energy and curiosity of my children, who remind me of the importance of perseverance and purpose. I aim to empower students to become thoughtful, engaged citizens who take ownership of their paths.

Outside of school, I enjoy traveling, photography, horticulture, and spending time with family. You can find me at city council meetings, local events, or the beach with my kids—planning our next adventure. Grounded in faith and guided by a strong sense of justice, I am committed to helping our youth grow through education, civic engagement, and shared values.

This is my second year as the Online Course Facilitator at Learn4Life Charleston High School. My passion is partnering with students, families, and communities to create a better version of ourselves. I started working in education as a high school teacher and middle school basketball and volleyball coach, yet I have since worked with every grade level from Pre-K through high school. Education has the power to lift each of us to a better place – that is what drives me each day. I love spending time with my husband and our two kids, Faith and King. I am a better person because of them. I look forward to partnering with you and your family this year.

Hello, My name is Alexis Jenkins and I an a native of Charleston, SC . I am excited to start this off as an Educational Aid . I am fairly new to the Education field, but I am excited to be able to work one on one with our scholars on their future goals. One of my favorite quotes is by Nelson Mandela “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.

I am Talitha Baker and I serve as the Special Education Coordinator. I have been in education for 18 years. My experience has spanned 6th grade through 12th, gifted to learning disabled, English, Math and Social Sciences as well as being an officer in the Navy Reserves.

I am a California native where I studied Marine Biology at California State University – Long Beach. I am excited to begin my teaching career. Although this is my first year teaching, I have tutored high school and college students for the past 7 years as well as taught a preschool class for 3-4 year olds.

Hi, I’m Saronna Carter, Data Clerk at Learn4Life High School. I earned my B.S. in Christian Ministries from Liberty University and have a deep passion for helping others, especially mentoring young adults. I’ve been honored with awards like the Women of Excellence and One Person Can Make a Difference, which reflect my heart for service. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family.