Head of Schools
I’m so glad you stopped by our web page to look around! My name is Bev Yoakum, and I currently serve as the Head of Schools. I achieved a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Nova Southeastern University, Fischler Graduate School of Education, Miami Florida. I am also a graduate of the Ohio University, where I received an undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science and Early Childhood Education, and an Associate of Arts and Sciences.
I am most active in the Upper School curriculum development, in addition to being responsible for the forming of policies and procedures, and conducting long range planning. I am also the founder of the school way back in 1989, when I was a young mother of 3 children in need of quality care. It could be said the school is the fourth of my children. I am passionate about what we offer our community, and truly believe it is the best education and care available in our area. |
Administrator
Hello and welcome to our school, I know you’ll love it as much as I do! I have been working here over four years as the Lower School Coordinator and take my job very seriously. Building relationships and partnerships with families and children is the most important part in my role here at the school. If you ever have any questions or concerns please call or stop in.
I graduated from Ohio University with an Associate Degree in Business and have been continuing my education in early childhood both through Ohio University and the University of Cincinnati ever since. I could be a life long student with no problem! My family and I have resided in Chillicothe for over 10 years. My daughters, Becca and Emily, keep me very busy with soccer, dance, choir, and many other school events. I love football, sweet tea, children’s books, and warm sunny days.
I look forward to learning more about your family and children. Thank you for providing your children a great start in life. Birth to eight is the most important years in a person’s life and I am ever so grateful you have trusted us to partner with! God Bless, Jessica Allen |
3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th Grade |
1st and 2nd Grade |
Kindergarten |
Art Teacher
My name is Emily Fields and I would like to welcome your child and your family to the Academy for Early Learning! I teach the toddler class and make great efforts to ensure your child has a safe and fun educational experience. We work on several different areas of development each week using sensory experiences to help each child increase the awareness of their environment, discover friendships and build confidence. We focus on: Name recognition, Colors and shapes, Counting and number recognition, Small motor skills, such as cutting and tracing, Large motor skills, Simple science concepts and Social skills.
Along with teaching the toddler class, I also teach Art daily to the Upper School students K-6th. I use center and projects to promote a creative and stimulating atmosphere. Creativity is important not only in art; generating ideas and critically evaluating an idea is a valuable skill in every discipline and aspect of life. We focus on: Color theory, Elements of design, Art History, Critical evaluation, Art vocabulary and Spatial concepts.
Fostering creativity and guiding each child on their path to art making, confidence building, and discovering their love for the way they learn is my main goal in both roles. I hope to get to know your child and family. Once again, welcome to our school! Thank you, Emily Fields |
Upper School Teacher |
Upper School Teacher |
Mr. Willam (Bill) Kitts - Head of Maintenance
Mr. Rami Yoakum - President
Ms. Aubrey Cameron
Mrs. Cordilla Boedicker
Mr. Larry Reynolds
Mrs. Betty Pettit
Ms. Sally Timmons |
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Jessica Allen
