The staff and teachers at Shoal Creek Adventist School are fully certified in the latest educational practices and bring a wealth of experience to their roles. They are dedicated to providing a high-quality, well-rounded education that meets the needs of each student.
Yahaira Fernandez
1-3 GRADE TEACHER/PRINCIPAL
Ms. Fernandez comes from the beautiful island of Puerto Rico, and she loves bringing the warmth, joy, and vibrant spirit of her culture into everything she does.
She is passionate about teaching and believes that learning is a lifelong journey. Her goal is that every child grows academically, mentally, physically, emotionally, and especially spiritually. It’s her sacred calling to help prepare students not only for life but for God’s kingdom. One of her favorite verses is found in Isaiah 26:3
When she’s not working, you’ll likely find her outdoors, singing, or enjoying a good game of sports (yes, she can be a little competitive in a fun way!). She believes that the learning process should be active, joyful, and purposeful. For her, it’s a blessing to serve at Shoal Creek, and she looks forward to helping our students thrive and become all that God created them to be!
Education & Certification: Master’s in Curriculum & Instruction from Antillean Adventist University in Puerto Rico; Master’s in Instructional Leadership from Southern Adventist University in Tennessee.
Certification: Professional Certificate from the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists.
Aimee Arrington
ADMIN ASSISTANT & TEACHER’S AIDE
Aimee Arrington has been involved in the education of children for more than 25 years. Previously, she worked at a local church preschool for the 17 years in a variety of roles—classroom assistant, classroom teacher, and most recently, director of the program. She has been a member of the Peachtree City Seventh Day Adventist Church since childhood. Being a product of Adventist Education herself, Mrs. Arrington is a firm believer in it; she and her husband have been committed to sending their son through the Adventist School System. He attended Shoal Creek Adventist School 1st thru 8th grade and Atlanta Adventist Academy. In her spare time, Aimee enjoys spending time at the lake, the beach, Disney World and with family and friends.
Pauline Evans
4th-5th GRADE TEACHER
Pauline Evans is a highly motivated educational professional with diverse experience in education and a drive for excellence. She hails from the beautiful island of Jamaica and is the third of three children.
Prior to joining Shoal Creek, Ms. Evans served as an educator in the Adventist school system for approximately 18 years; 9 years as a principal and the previous 9 years as a teacher of grades 3 and 4. Her deepest desire is to fulfill the plans God has for her life and positively impact the lives of others, especially the students who are entrusted to her care each year. One of her favorite passages is found in Jeremiah 29:11. Ms. Evans enjoys reading, listening to music, spending time in nature, and being with friends and family.
Education & Certification: Master of Science Degree in School Building Leadership, Manhattan College; Master of Arts Degree in Educational Administration and Leadership, Andrews University; and Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education, University of the West Indies.
Certification: Professional Certificate from the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists.
Tracy Glass
MUSIC TEACHER
Tracy Glass graduated from Southern Adventist University with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Music in 1998 and a Master of Science in Education. Prior to directing the music program at Shoal Creek, Ms. Glass taught Kindergarten and primary grades for eight years. In addition to her work with Shoal Creek, Ms. Glass is also a pianist at First Baptist Moreland and Peachtree City Seventh-day Adventist Church. She also offers private music classes for children and adults in four specialties: piano, violin, voice, and guitar. Ms. Glass is known as a patient and caring teacher who adapts her curriculum to help each student achieve to the best of their ability. She has a true passion for music ministry and regularly involves her students in the worship services at Peachtree Seventh-day Adventist Church. In addition to music and working with children, she enjoys reading, nature, and time spent with her sister when possible.
Noe Grady
6th-8th GRADE TEACHER
Ms. Grady is the homeroom teacher for 6th-8th grade. She was born on the island of Oahu in Hawaii and lived most of her life in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. A couple of years ago, she moved to Georgia, and despite the heat, she thinks it’s pretty awesome.
She graduated from Andrews University in 2021 with the intent of becoming a veterinarian, but through an unexpected turn of events, she ended up finding out that she enjoys teaching more! A few of her favorite things and hobbies are: playing the piano, riding horses, playing board games with friends and family, mission trips to foreign countries, and volleyball.
Education & Certification:
Bachelors of Science in Biology, Andrews University
“This has been the best decision I’ve ever made for my daughter. Couldn’t ask for better teachers and staff!!”
- Stacy Johnson, Parent of an 8th-grade child.
