Maria Molina
6th Grade Math
Miss Molina was born and raised in Plainfield, New Jersey. She attended William Paterson University where she earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Mathematics. Miss Molina is thrilled to teach 6th grade math at DLA and is committed to making a positive impact in her students' lives.
Faith Groves
Kindergarten Teacher
Hello! My name is Ms.Groves, and I am excited to join the DLA family as a first-year teacher. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Wright State University. I've lived in Huber Heights Ohio my whole life. I am very passionate about creating a positive, engaging classroom where every student feels valued and inspired to learn. I look forward to building meaningful relationships with my students and their families. I am so excited to be working for DLA and this amazing community.
Holly Harvey
2nd Grade Teacher
Holly Harvey has a Bachelors of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership. She has experience in teaching/coaching/supervising/ teachers over the last 22 years. She believes that you never stop learning and enjoys reading, cross stitching, and spending time with her family.
Irumva Susan
4th Grade Math
Hello! I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Wright State University and am excited to join the DLA team as a 4th grade math teacher.
Originally from Burundi, I grew up in the Dayton area and graduated from Dunbar High School. I look forward to helping my students grow in math and have a successful school year!
Brandy Stewart
3rd Grade Teacher
Ms. Stewart is a recent graduate from WSU with a Bachelor's in Elementary Education and a minor in Psychology. She was a Title Aide for 3 years. Her favorite teaching style is project-based learning.
Rhonda Porter
Ms. Rhonda Porter is a dedicated educator and intervention specialist with over 15 years of experience supporting students in elementary and middle school settings. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Criminal Justice, as well as a Master of Education in Special Education. Ms. Porter is a proud alumna of the University of Dayton, Western Governors University, and the American College of Education. She is passionate about creating inclusive and engaging learning environments where every child feels seen, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.
Aly Corneilson
7th and 8th Grade Math
Aly Corneilson graduated this past Spring with a degree in Educational Studies from Wright State University. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Military History from Hawaii Pacific University and is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Ball State University. Aly served in the United States Army as a Field Artillery Officer from October 2011-January 2025 and achieved the rank of Major. She comes to DLA with 3 1/2 years of management and operational leadership experience and last year Algebra 1 and 8th grade math as a long-term substitute.
Shirmaine Vaughn
4th Grade Math
My name is Shirmaine Vaughn, 4th grade Math teacher. I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education Major in Speech and Theater Art at Philippine Normal University - National Center for Teacher Education. This is my 7th year teaching. I taught 2nd grade in the Philippines for 2 years, preschool in Japan for 2 years, and 3rd grade here in the United States for 2 years as well. I love how DLA invests and supports their teachers to make sure students get the best education and be successful in everything they do..
Fran Alvis
Fran Alvis was born in Covington, Kentucky and moved to Wilmington, Ohio when she was 9 years old. She remembers loving school, so being asked to join the Dayton Leadership Academies team in 2016 as the Director of Operations was a most welcome career change. Prior to DLA she worked in the non-profit sector for most of her career. Her most memorable experiences include housing and neighborhood development in Dayton, directing a healthcare for the homeless clinic and an HIV/AIDS service center in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and coordinating services for elderly and disabled adults in Lexington, Kentucky. Mrs. Alvis earned her Bachelor’s degree in horticulture and business from the University of Kentucky and her Master’s degree in Applied Behavioral Science from Wright State University. She and her husband have 4 children and 5 grandchildren, and she enjoys cooking and gardening.
Letecia Ellis
7th Grade Intervention Teacher
Mrs. Ellis has a BA in Communications from Central State University, MA in Curriculum Instruction from University of Phoenix, and in Dec. 2026 an MA in Special Education from Grand Canyon University. She has 19 years of experience working with youth from infancy through high school, but her experience at DLA working in intervention has been her most rewarding and cared for position. She has a passion to see others grow in skill and confidence regardless of any perceived limitations. Mrs. Ellis feels blessed to serve the DLA students/families by trying to meet their individual needs and helping them realize their God given potential with hopes that they will do the same as they develop into the leaders of our future society.
