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Administration

Tim Rountree, Administrator 

Tim Rountree has been the Transitions Learning Center's administrator since 2010.  He has more nearly three decades of experience in education, and he was previously a school administrator

He has a bachelor's degree in middle grades education from Georgia Southern University, a master's degree in education from Central Michigan University, and a specialist's degree in educational administration and supervision from Lincoln Memorial University.   He was selected as one of the first "Master Teachers" from the State of Georgia in 2006.

Before moving into administration, Rountree was a classroom teacher.  He started his career at Swainsboro Middle School teaching interrelated special education. During that first year, he was selected to research and implement a co-teaching model for his special education students and teachers. Once that was implemented, he co-taught math and language arts as well as several resource classes.

Rountree has been with Bulloch County Schools for the majority of his career.  He served for seven years at William James Middle School, where he taught sixth-grade language arts for two years and sixth-grade math for five years.  He also coached football, basketball, golf, and track, and the teams won multiple region championships in these sports.  The remainder of his tenure has been at Stilson Elementary and the Transitions Learning Center.

FACULTY

Shemeka Braziel, Secretary

 

Talana Hobbs, Counselor

Talana Hobbs is our school counselor. She previously served as our Social Studies teacher.  She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master’s degree in School Counseling, both from Georgia Southern University. She has been in education since 2007 and employed with Bulloch County Schools since 2010 working in various roles including paraprofessional, teacher, school counselor, and graduation specialist.  Mrs. Hobbs truly enjoys working with students and their families and looks forward to more opportunities to help students grow and realize their full potential. 

 

Adrienne Malone, SEL Specialist

Adrienne Malone, a native of Atlanta, moved to Statesboro in 2015. She began her teaching career in 2002 but spent 10 years working with Promethean and the Savannah College of Art and Design. A former collegiate athlete, she earned a full softball scholarship to Tennessee Technological University, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Multidisciplinary Studies (K-8). Currently, she is pursuing a master’s degree in Instructional Technology at Georgia College and State University, set to graduate in May 2025. As SEL Specialist, Adrienne supports middle and high school students by helping them develop essential social-emotional skills, navigate challenges, and build positive coping strategies. She focuses on fostering healthy relationships, strengthening communication, and tailoring SEL instruction to meet each student’s unique needs, ensuring they have the tools to grow both personally and academically.

 

Kristina Staudt, Special Education Coordinator

Kristina Staudt has a diverse and extensive background in education, with four years of experience in alternative school special education, four years as a special education ELA teacher, and six years as an elementary educator. Additionally, she served as the director of Children's Ministry in a large church in New York for ten years, where she fostered a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for children of all backgrounds.

With a strong passion for special education, Kristina's teaching philosophy is centered on empowering students with special needs to reach their full potential and become productive members of society. She firmly believes in meeting students where they are while providing the necessary support and challenges to help them grow. She recognizes that every child has unique talents and abilities, and by creating a supporting and engaging learning environment, she strives to instill confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning in each of her students.

Outside of her professional life, Kristina is a devoted wife of 21 years and a proud mother of two sets of twins. Her experiences as both an educator and a parent have reinforced her commitment to advocating for all learners and ensuring that every student had the opportunity to succeed.

 

Lisa Mills, Learning Support Instructor

 

Kristell Jones -Turner, Instructor

Kristell Turner is a native Floridian with family roots in Bulloch County. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Morgan State University, and a Master's degree in Education from Florida Atlantic University. Mrs. Turner has been working with "at-promise" students at Transitions Learning Center since they opened in 2010. She is very dedicated and passionate about the opportunities that she has each day to work with students with unlimited potential.

 

Iesha Baldwin, Instructor

Iesha Baldwin is a native of Statesboro. She graduated from Savannah State University and Armstrong Atlantic State University earning a degree in Middle Grades Education. Mrs. Baldwin began her teaching career at her alma mater, Statesboro High in 2000.  Prior to teaching at the Transitions Learning Center, she taught seventh-grade English language arts at Langston Chapel Middle School. She enjoys building a rapport with her students and bringing out the best in each one. Mrs. Baldwin has also coached track and field, basketball, and tennis.

 

Mallory Hancock, Instructor

Mallory Hancock is an educator with seven years of experience in alternative education. She holds a bachelor's degree in Middle Grades Education from the University of Georgia, a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Valdosta State University, and a specialist's degree in Teacher Leadership from Valdosta State University. Ms. Hancock is dedicated to empowering students in their academic and personal growth by providing instruction in mathematics, fostering personal development, and helping them think critically about systems and problem-solving strategies.

 

Tracey Perryman, Instructor

Ms. Perryman is a dedicated educator with 27 years of experience, committed to helping students excel in English Language Arts and Social Studies. She believes in creating an engaging and supportive learning environment where students can develop strong reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.

She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Middle Grades Education from Georgia Southern University, followed by a Master’s Degree in Instructional Technology in 2009. In 2012, she furthered her expertise with an Educational Specialist Degree in Educational Media from NOVA Southeastern.

In addition to her passion for teaching, Ms. Perryman is an accomplished professional rodeo athlete specializing in barrel racing. She has earned numerous local, state, regional, and national titles in prestigious organizations such as the National Barrel Horse Association, Georgia Federation of Saddle Clubs, International Professional Rodeo Association, National Cowboy Pro Rodeo Association, and the Southern Rodeo Association. Her love for teaching extends beyond the classroom into her second career, where she has spent over 20 years volunteering to teach contest events classes at the Georgia 4-H Horse School until its closure due to COVID in 2020. She has also served as a judge for the 4-H Regional Horse Show, where competitors from 13 southeastern states vie for top honors.

Beyond the classroom and the rodeo arena, Ms. Perryman enjoys cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs, fishing, and indulging in her favorite treats from Chick-Fil-A, and Starbucks. She looks forward to an exciting year of reading, writing, and exploring history with her students!

 

Eric Saunders, Instructor