Administration

Ms. Tonya Faison - High School Assistant Principal

Ms. Faison brings a wealth of experience to Turning Point Academy, having previously served as the Assistant Principal of Instruction at Garinger High School. Her career in education includes several key leadership roles:
   - Assistant Principal at Randolph IB Middle School (2023-2024)
   - Founding Principal of Charlotte Mecklenburg Virtual Middle  School (2021-2023)
   - Principal of James Martin Middle School (2014-2021)
   - Principal of Hawthorne Health Sciences Academy (2013-2014)

Before joining the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System, Ms. Faison held various educational positions, including Business Education Teacher, Assistant Principal at both elementary and middle school levels, CTE Lead Teacher/Instructional Management Coordinator for Wayne County Schools, and Principal of Goldsboro High School.

Ms. Faison completed her Advanced Degree in Educational Leadership in June 2013 and earned her Master of School Administration (MSA) Degree in 2006. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from North Carolina A&T State University (Aggie Pride), awarded in 1995, and an Associate Degree in Accounting from Central Piedmont Community College, obtained in 1991.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Ms. Faison is a dedicated mother to two wonderful children, Brandon and Bria.

Mrs. Alisa Bryant - Dean of Students

Experience 

I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1999 and began working in Durham Public Schools as a 3, ⅘ multigrade combination class at Club Blvd Humanities Magnet School. In 2002, I returned back to Catawba County and began teaching at Claremont Elementary School, Catawba Intermediate School (6th grade only school), and finally at Catawba Elementary School. After graduating from Appalachian State University in 2008 with a Masters in School Administration, I got the great honor of working as an Assistant Principal at my home high school, Bunker Hill High School. From 2008-2017, I served Catawba County Schools as an Assistant Principal at a traditional high school, Challenger Early College High School, and at River Bend Middle School. 

 In 2017, I was afforded the opportunity to go back into the classroom and served Snow Creek Elementary School as a 6th grade Math teacher until September 14, 2023. On September 15, 2023, I became the Dean of Students here at Turning Point Academy. 

Why I Became an Educator

I became an educator, because I found myself in classrooms all throughout my school years with educators who took the time to focus on the whole child. There were teachers that saw greatness in me and helped to shape and mold me into the person I am today. Education not only changed my life; it changed the trajectory of my entire family tree. Learning became a part of my life and I want to share that passion with everyone that I meet. 

Favorite Activities

I love to spend time with my husband and family. I enjoy cooking, a good cup of coffee, and watching True Crime.

 

“Let us put our minds together and see what life we can make for our children.”   -Sitting Bull

 

Dr. David Johnson - Dean of Students

Experience 

I am a Charlotte native and a West Charlotte High School graduate. I began my teaching career with Hampton City Schools in Virginia as a career & technical education (CTE) teacher at Phoebus High School and then served as an assistant principal at Cesar Tarrant Middle School in Hampton, VA. 

Prior to my career in education, I retired from the U.S. Army as a lieutenant colonel after 22 years, culminating as the Professor of Military Science for Virginia State University. I have several tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, and I am a graduate of all professional military education through the Command and General Staff College. During my Army service, I earned the Ranger tab, Combat Action Badge, Senior Parachutist Badge, Pathfinder Badge, Air Assault Badge, multiple jump badges from foreign countries, two Bronze Stars, and the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal.

Why I Became an Educator
I became an educator because I was a terrible student in high school, but I had friends who pushed me to become a better version of myself. Since then, I’ve become a lifelong learner, and I am committed to giving others the opportunities that I have had. Now, I want to serve as the role model that I wished I had growing up.

Favorite Quote
"There's no glory in living beneath yourself." 
-Johnathan Lee Iverson, the first Black and youngest ringmaster for the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.