
The Team
We're a powerhouse squad of educators, builders, problem-solvers, and heart-driven leaders who show up every day ready to do the work that matters. From classroom magic to behind-the-scenes mastery, the Sledge Institute staff keeps it all moving—with joy, excellence, and radical collaboration.

Dr. Chandra Sledge Mathias
Founder/CEO/Principal
Visionary. Chief Rocka. Bold. Rooted.


Eboni Maynard
Director of Exceptional Children
Expert. Strategic. Steady. Student-Centered.


Janay Ward
Data Manager & Testing Coordinator
Thorough. Trusted. Diligent. Relational.

Jamese Ward
Office Coordinator & Homeless Liaison
Intuitive. Graceful. Mission-Critical. Present.


Catherine Humphrey
2nd Grade, Instructional Coach & Consultant
Powerhouse. Fearless. Kid-at-Heart. Exemplary.


Linnoya Watkins
6th Grade Humanities
Beyonce-like. Culturally-Rich. Contextual. Generous.


Christian Salinas
Lead Teacher. CTE Teacher.
Creative. Joyful. Uplifting. Big Heart.


Rick Willoughby
Guest Teacher
Lovable. Playful. Supportive. Highly Caffeinated.












