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 D. Sledge
Founder/CEO/Principal
Visionary. Chief Rocka. Bold. Rooted.
Jared Mack
Director of Operations / Athletic Director
Chill. Sharp. Grounded. Unshakable.
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, Admissions, & Homeless Liaison
Intuitive. Graceful. Mission-Critical. Present.
Christian Salinas
Director of Academics
Creative. Joyful. Uplifting. Wears Weird Cat Shirts.
Melina Mora
Kindergarten Teacher
Grounded. Brilliant. Child-Centered. Transformational.
Christian Hawkins
Exceptional Children's Teacher Assistant
Joyful. Rhythmic. Nurturing. Magnetic.
Catherine Humphrey
3rd Grade Teacher
Powerhouse. Fearless. Kid-at-Heart. Exemplary.
Linnoya Watkins
6th Grade Humanities
Beyonce-like. Culturally-Rich. Contextual. Generous.
