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Aja Wilkins, originally from New York City, completed most of her schooling in Orlando and Tallahassee, Florida. With over 18 years of experience in education, Dr. Wilkins has recently served as an Elementary School Principal. She has been instrumental in closing the gap within the Special Education subgroup, reducing discipline occurrences through PBIS implementation, and increasing Math and ELA proficiency by an average of 8%.

Kim Cerasoli is a highly accomplished educational leader with extensive experience in school administration, instructional leadership, and organizational transformation. Since 2013, she has served as a principal in the Cherokee County School District, guiding Indian Knoll Elementary and Woodstock Elementary to significant academic achievements, statewide recognition and national awards.

In this issue: April 17 Post-meeting Summary; Superintendent's Report; Capital Budget Report; FY 2026 Special Revenue Funds; Educational Specifications Update; New Hires & Promotions; Pre-Work Session and Board Recognitions.

Natalie H. Meiguez of The Promise Career Institute is named Fulton County Schools Teacher of the Year for 2025-2026. Ms. Meiguez is a mathematician with a Master of Science in Foundations of Education. She has served as a teacher, grade-level chair, department chair, and district math coordinator throughout her 27-year career.

Shabnam “Monica” Bhatnagar, data clerk at River Trail Middle School, is the 2025-2026 School Professional of the Year (SPOTY) for Fulton County Schools. She has served FCS as a staff member for eight years and as a substitute teacher for ten. 

Tasheira Parker-Mays was named the 2025-2026 Support Professional of the Year from FCS’s Professional Learning and Leadership Department. FCS criteria for recipients of this prestigious award include leading by example, creating value for customers, embracing change to drive improvement, and developing personal capabilities. Ms. Parker-Mays exceeds these criteria.