CIE Awards Banquet 2025

Columbia, SC - At the 2025 Awards Banquet, hosted by the Charter Institute at Erskine, several schools in the Tutelage School Solutions network were recognized for outstanding achievement and leadership.

Libertas Academy Boiling Springs’ own Mrs. Ashley Cooper was named District Teacher of the Year. Known for leading with love, passion, and an unwavering commitment to her students, Mrs. Cooper will now represent both Libertas Academy and the Charter Institute in the statewide Teacher of the Year competition. We are incredibly proud to have her shaping the hearts and minds of our students.

Ashley Cooper

Libertas Academy Boiling Springs was also recognized a second time, as Noelle Gregoire was honored as District PowerSchool Coordinator of the Year, a testament to her behind-the-scenes excellence in keeping student data systems running smoothly.

Noelle Gregoire

From Cherokee Charter Academy, Mrs. Yonna Acuff was named Special Education Director of the Year, a well-deserved recognition for her tireless work supporting exceptional learners.

Yonna Acuff

And at Greenwood Charter Academy, PTO President Chelsea Blakeley was honored as Volunteer of the Year—a celebration of her unwavering commitment to building community and supporting families.

Chelsea Blakeley

These awards are a testament to the passion, dedication, and excellence that define the Tutelage family of schools. Join us in celebrating these outstanding individuals and their commitment to our shared mission of becoming the best schools in the communities we serve.