Teachers
Mrs. Allison James
I am a graduate of Mercer University and CGTC and I have been employed with Putnam County Head Start/Pre-K for eleven years. I have one great son (Jermahl S. Griffin) and in my free time I enjoy working in the yard, shopping, exercising and spending time with my nephew Ameer Hudson.
Mrs. Janice Daniels
Janice Daniels is striving to educate every child she has been given the opportunity to work with. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Ashford University and an Associate’s Degree from Central Georgia Technical College in the same field. Mrs. Daniels worked in a kindergarten classroom for ten years and has now been given the opportunity to work with fourth-grade students. She is married with two children and six grandchildren. Her favorite things to do are take family vacations, cook for family get-togethers, and spend time with her amazing children and grandchildren.
Ms. Tara Norris
My name is Tara Norris. I have been at Putnam County Head Start for 12 years. I received my Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Central Georgia Technical College. I have one son, Trey, who is 21, and currently attending college. In my spare time, I enjoy attending sporting events at UGA or watching any sporting event on the weekends. I chose this field because I love working with children and I want to make a difference in their lives.
Mrs. Hannah Schwartz
I am a graduate of The University of Georgia with a degree in music. This is my first year with Head Start and I have been working with children in a church for the past 5 years. I enjoy singing, traveling and spending time with my family. I have 2 daughters who are 11 and 14.
Ms. Za'Keriyah Sanders
Hello! My name is Za'Keriyah Sanders. I was born and raised here in Eatonton and I graduated from Putnam County High School in 2017. I have bachelor's degree in psychology from Middle Goergia State University and I plan on furthering my education. In my spare time, I love to shop, travel, and spend time with my dogs, family and friends.
Mrs. Candice Alliston
Hello! My name is Candice Alliston. I have a Bachelors of Science in Human Services with a focus in Child and Family Services. I have been an Army Wife for 18 years. My husband Brian and I have two wonderful children, Peyton and Spencer. We love to travel and lived in South Korea for a period of time. As a military spouse I have enjoyed volunteering with the military and helping those who need it most. I have worked in the education field for over 5 years. I love to see small minds learn and develop into inquisitive, thoughtful individuals. One of my favorite quotes that really drives me is “Education leads to enlightenment. Enlightenment opens the way to empathy. Empathy shadows reform.”-Derrick Bell
Ms. Andrea Waller
My name is Andrea Waller. I am native of Putnam County and have been in the Putnam County School District for 7 years. I have a 6-year old son name Braxton and he is my pride and joy. In my spare time, I love spending time with my familly, cooking, traveling, and relaxing at home.
Mrs. Jennifer Mitchell
My name is Jennifer Mitchell and I have been employed with Head Start since 2000. I received my Associates in Education from GMC and my Bachelor of Science in Child Development from Walden University. I am married to Leon Mitchell Jr. and have two sons Jerante’ Smith and Zacchaeus Mitchell. I also have two granddaughters Zian Smith and A’Siya Sanford. We have one pet dog name Loki. I enjoy working with young kids and watching them learn and grow. There’s no such thing as failure, only learning experiences. In my spare time I enjoy shopping and spending time with family and friends.
Mrs. Salena Bautista
My name is Selena Bautista and I have been employed with Head Start for 5 years. I received my Associates in Education from GMC .I am married and have two children, Sofia and Sebastian. I enjoy working with young kids and watching them learn and grow. In my spare time I enjoy shopping, spending time with family and friends, and running.
Jacqueia Farley
My name is Jacqueia Farley. I am a native from Eatonton, Georgia. I started my early childhood career as a substitute, where I developed a passion for education. I am Now enjoying being a techer for Putnam County Head Start. It is a privilege and an honor to be an educator.