Teacher Bios

Gina Merlitti - Windows

Hello all! I’m Gina, the Center Director at Color Our Rainbow Academy. I have been a part of the CORA family for 11 years. I have my Child Development Associate’s Degree. My husband and I will celebrate our 6 year wedding anniversary this June. We have an energetic son named Vinnie. During my free time I love hanging with my boys, spaghetti Sundays, and kickboxing. “A family is a blessing, it means so many things.” Contact Gina

Cara Millin

Hi, my name is Mrs. Cara and I am the assistant director. I have been part of the CORA family since 2002 and have done many different jobs. I have a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Kent State University. In my free time I enjoy reading, watching movies, and spending time with my sons, Jaden, Noah and Evan, and my husband, Mike. Contact Cara

Danielle Terlonge

Hi, my name is Mrs. Danielle and I am the Marketing Manager. I have been with Color Our Rainbow Academy since 2008. I have my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from The University of Akron. I currently live in Akron with my husband and enjoy baking, sewing, remodeling, and spending time with my family. I love learning and growing with the children at CORA!

Gracie Springer

Hi! My name is Mrs. Gracie. I have been part of the team here at Color Our Rainbow Academy since 2006. I am married with 2 children who are now also part of the Color Our Rainbow family. I am looking forward to many more years with all of the kids and their families!

 

Debbie Wright

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Terra Porter

My name is Mrs. Terra. I have worked at CORA since 2008. I live with my husband , Rob, and our two sons, Tyler & Christopher. I have been in the childcare field for the last 10 years.

 

Mary Wagner

My name is Mrs. Mary Wagner.  I have a wonderful husband named Christian.  I love cooking, playing with my puppy, Wags, and spending time with my family. I am an energetic, hands-on teacher who loves to see our children "learn through play." I love seeing each day how our children here at CORA grow and learn. 

Carley Frick

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 Ashley Alfman

My name is Ms. Ashley, and I am blessed to have a twin sister. I graduated from The University of Akron with my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have always loved to work with young children and I am glad I have the opportunity to work with the children at this school! Children are our future and I want to make our future a better place by being involved with childrens' growth and education.

Nichole Adler

Hello! My name is Mrs. Nichole. I have been a part of the CORA family since January of 2005. I am a graduate of the University of Cincinnati with a degree in Early Childhood Education. I live in Wadsworth with my husband and 2 amazing boys! Contact Nichole

Jessica Clem

Hello! My name is Miss Jessica and I have been at CORA since 2007. In the morning I am a floater and in the afternoon I work with the schoolagers.  I am looking forward to many more fun years at CORA.

 

 Cheyenne Rogers

My name is Cheyenne Rogers. I have a wonderful husband and son. I have been working at Color Our Rainbow Academy for over 2 years and I am blessed to be able to spend time with the children and do my best to further their education.

 

Amy Smith

Hi, my name is Ms. Amy and I have been with CORA since November 2010 as a teacher, but a part of this family as a parent for a few years now.  I have 6 beautiful kids and all 6 attend CORA!  I am thrilled to have the opportunity to spend time with, teach and even have fun with the school agers.

Jamie Raymond

Hello, my name is Ms. Jamie!  I am currently working on my Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, and upon obtaining my Associate's later this year, I then plan to obtain my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education.  I love children and love to watch them learn.  Children are like sponges and watching them soak up new information is a great perk of my job! 

Jenn Lang

Hi, my name is Jenn Lang. I have been with Color Our Rainbow since March 2004. I received a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from The University of Akron in May 2008. I have been in every classroom for some amount of time. My husband Scott and I are looking forward to welcoming our son in January.

Tianna Sams

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