College & Career Readiness Coach

Mrs. Retta Smith

Impact Academy

Hello! My name is Retta "Rita" Smith, and this is my third year serving as a College & Career Readiness Coach (CCRC), formerly known as Graduation Coach, here at Impact Academy. I absolutely love this role—helping students stay on track and achieve their goal of walking across the stage prepared for their next steps.

I have been in education for 12 years. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Middle Grades Education from Clayton State University and my Master’s degree in Instructional Technology with a P-12 School Library Media certification from Valdosta State University. Over the years, I have taught math, science, reading intervention, and preschool, and I have also served as a middle school instructional coach.

What I Do as a CCRC:

As a College & Career Readiness Coach, I:

- Work with students in grades 9–12 to help them stay on track for graduation.
- Coordinate and facilitate online courses through Credit Recovery, Georgia Virtual School, and Henry County Online.
- Organize Grade Repair programs.
- Coordinate tutoring schedules and EOC (End-of-Course) support opportunities.
- Collaborate with our testing coordinator on EOC administration.

My Commitment:

I am dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where students feel encouraged, motivated, and prepared for the future. Through regular check-ins and progress monitoring, I ensure that every scholar stays focused, engaged, and on the path to success—whether that path leads to college, career, or both.

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