Name

Juanita Lee Harless Melton

When I'm not at work, I like to...

Spend time with my family, cook- making things from scratch, big family dinners, baking and decorating desserts, reading, playing (I don't do enough for it to be work) on the family farm, making list/planning, and helping with the teens and meals at my church are some of the things I do in my spare time.

Fun Fact(s)

I have a really high shelf of books - all purple, I have never read them just put them up there - just because they are pretty! I live on a farm with chicken, goats, and cows. I love shoes!

"Super Power"

Motherhood - to birth and bonus children alike. Feeding the people I love.

What show have you binge-watched lately?

Dr. Poe, Ugliest House in America, Love It or List It (but I would rather read).

Top Social Media choice

Pinterest

Favorite Book or Genre

I love a book that makes me laugh or cry.

Favorite Food

A thick steak, dark chocolate, good bread, sweet tea, and the list goes on.

Dream Vacation

Anywhere with family or friends - I like a slow paced vacation rather than having to rush.

What is something you have done that you are most proud of?

Being a mommy!

Craziest thing I've ever done...

Going to Europe (multiple countries) for three weeks- before GPS and the internet - when you don't fluently speak/read any foreign languages.

Why do you like working in the Innovation Academy?

I love being able see that we are making a difference in our student's lives.

College Degrees/Certifications:

EDS Leadership and Supervision, MS Human Resource Management, BS Home Economics Education, AS Secondary Education, Jobs for Tennessee Graduates (JTG) Specialist Certification, and Work-Based Learning (WBL) Coordinator Certification. Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certified as well as Tennessee Beef Master certified

Experience (Years at ACIA)

2-5 years

Experience (Total Years in Education)

Oh my gosh, I’ve been here forever!