B.S. Elementary Education, East Tennessee State University

Mrs. Collins has over 20 years of teaching experience, with six of those at Sullins. Her hobbies include painting furniture, antiques, shopping, and spending time with family.

“I teach because I love books, reading, and learning. I love seeing children become excited about books and reading. I teach at Sullins because I enjoy the strong family atmosphere, the emphasis on kindness and caring, and the encouraging learning environment. It’s a fun place to teach.”

B.S. Elementary Education, University of Central Florida

Mrs. Welker has 20+ years of teaching experience, with 24 of those being at Sullins Academy. Her hobbies include spending time with family and friends, hiking, games, reading, watching movies, and cooking.

“I love teaching first graders because they are so curious and exited about learning! I’m passionate about helping them to be confident readers and good citizens. Teaching at Sullins Academy allows me to be creative in how I deliver my lessons." 

B.S. Elementary Education, East Tennessee State University

Mrs. Todd has 21 years of teaching experience with five of those years being at Sullins. She is married to her husband of 25 years, Eric, and has two children Erica, (23) and Eli (19). She enjoys reading, watching Tennessee football, spending time with her family, and loving on her dog June.

“Loving children is what I do best! Watching the students grow academically and seeing their excitement for learning makes my job so worthwhile. The funny stories are just an added bonus!”

B.F.A. Graphic Design, The University of Memphis
M.Ed. King University

One of the newest additions to Sullins Academy, Mrs. Dellorso brings a love of adventure and exploration to the classroom. She isn’t afraid to try new and exciting ways to reach her students' highest academic abilities, and you never know what to expect in her lessons. Mrs. Dellorso is married to her husband, Austin, of seven years. They have 4 fur babies, Midas Whale, Widdle, Barkley, and Mr. Waffles (3rd Grade's class guinea pig).

“No one is perfect, that is why pencils have erasers."

B.S. King University

Teacher of the Year, Sullins Academy

Who's Who American Teachers, 2007

​

Mrs. Wright has 25 years of teaching experience, 23 of those years at Sullins Academy. She has taught at several grade levels while at Sullins. Mrs. Wright and her husband, Dale, enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren at the lake and on the motorcycle exploring the surrounding region.

​

"Education is not just rote memorization of facts and data but using it to make a difference in the world around you."

B.A. Psychology, King University

Mrs. Williamson has three years of teaching experience, with two of them at Sullins Academy. Mrs. Williamson and her husband, Ryan, enjoy being active with their two children. Running, hiking, and swimming are some of their favorite activities.

“That moment when you see all the dots finally connect reminds me why I love to teach. The look in students' eyes when that moment happens is inspiring. Education can change the world, and to know that we have the future sitting at a desk listening, observing, thinking, and learning is a phenomenal privilege and opportunity.”