Literacy & Fitness Academy
Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) is a five–star quality rating and improvement system administered by the Ohio Department of Education and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. SUTQ recognizes and promotes learning and development programs that meet quality program standards that exceed licensing health and safety regulations. The program standards are based on national research identifying standards which lead to improved outcomes for children.
Meet The Staff!
Fred Thomason
Owner & Director:
I'm an 8 year veteran of the Ohio National Guard from 1999-2007, with 2 tours of duty in Kuwait & Iraq in 2003 & 2005. I've acquired a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from The College of Mount St. Joseph as of 2012. I've been working in the education/childcare field since 2003, teaching in schools after I received my degree in 2012 until 2018 during that time I've seen multiple students struggle with reading. That's when I realized that God had something way bigger for me than I planned for myself.
Makayla Daniels
Pre K Teacher:
NEW TEACHER ALERT!!
BIO Coming Soon!
Jeratha Barrett
Pre K Teacher:
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Jamila Thomason
Fitness Coordinator:
I've been a partner with EPJ Literacy & Fitness Academy and EPJ Literacy Foundation since its start in 2013-2014. I acquired my Master's Degree in Physical Therapy in 2005 and currently a licensed physical therapist out of UC of West Chester. I've been practicing in my field for the last 13 years. I use my knowledge of strengthening and flexibility to help people in various outlets. I plan on using these skills to introduce preschool age children to the fun and benefits of exercise.