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Our Team 

Utopian Trilith is supported by a caring team of outstanding faculty and staff members. Most notably, Utopian Academy for the Arts at Trilith is led by Principal Caleb Land who holds a B.S. in History, a M.Ed from the University of Georgia and is a candidate for a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from Mercer University.  

 With over a decade of experience in education, Principal Land has been a full-time educator since 2009 who has also worked for non-profits, including leading a youth mentoring program. Caleb firmly believes that every student is capable of learning and growing academically given the necessary support from passionate teachers.  

 As principal of Utopian Academy for the Arts at Trilith, his goal is to partner with the school community to establish a safe and student-centered environment where young people can thrive academically and socially. Principal Land believes that each student can connect learning to their passions and is looking forward to being a resource.

Caleb Land | Principal, Utopian Trilith 

Dr. Jaleesa Russell | Dean, Utopian Trilith 

Dr. Jaleesa Russell serves as Dean at Utopian Academy for the Arts, where she is dedicated to fostering a positive school culture and ensuring every student has the support needed to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. She earned her Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction from Mercer University, with research focused on social-emotional learning and equitable instructional practices.

With a background in teaching, instructional leadership, and school improvement, Dr. Russell is passionate about building strong relationships with students, staff, and families. She is committed to creating a supportive and structured learning environment that empowers students to develop their unique talents, embrace creativity, and thrive both in and beyond the classroom

Leadership & Student Services

Caleb Land

Principal

Email 470.486.4141 ext. 5000

Dr. Jaleesa Russell

Dean

Email 470.500.0278 ext. 4021

Kristen DeSantis

Administrative Assistant

Email 470.592.0387 ext. 4010

Aaryn Coley-Gooden

Lead Learning Specialist

Email 470.236.5799 ext. 4015

Mrs. Ayala Zackery

Paraprofessional

Email 470.568.5436 ext. 4007

Stacie Whalen

Counselor

Email 470.305.0740 ext. 4020
6th Grade & 6/7

Kimberly Stephens

6th Grade ELA / Literacy Coach

Email 470.250.9394 ext. 4018

Latesha Thomas

Learning Specialist (6th/7th Grades)

Email 470.619.6081 ext. 4031

Dr. Zarkey Hegwood

6th/7th Grade Science

Email 470.486.7493 ext. 4028

Dreeka Owens

6th/7th Grade Science

Email 470.333.7707 ext. 4002

Christina Ricks

DES Teacher

Email 470.568.5483 ext. 4004
7th Grade

Shannon Lawson

7th Grade ELA / Aftercare Director

Email 470.339.3474 ext. 4027
8th Grade

Racquel Jordan

8th Grade Math / Algebra 1

Email 470.486.4040 ext. 4040

Keely J. Sutton, Ed.S

8th Grade ELA

Email 470.236.5802 ext. 4001

Lansberth Henningham

8th Grade Social Studies / 8th Grade Level Chair

Email 470.250.9393 ext. 4017

Aurtia Hairston

Learning Specialist (8th Grade)

Email 470.467.0192 ext. 4005

Martice Ball

8th Grade Math

Email 470.264.8489 ext. 4014

Derek Baitey

8th Grade Science

Email 470.568.4728 ext. 4009

Darrel Lutz

8th Grade Social Studies

Email 470.264.8551 ext. 4022
Specials & Creative Tech

Coach Raymond Harris

Physical Education / Health

Email 470.250.9374 ext. 4016

Ebonice Atkins

Teacher

Email 470.339.3325 ext. 4003

Karen Williams

Coding, Gaming, and Design

Email 470.568.4741 ext. 4008
Operations & Support

Officer Kevin Joseph

School Resource Officer

Email 470.486.0577 ext. 4019

Janine Slater

School Nurse

470.486.4082 ext. 1080

Gary Kilgore

Building Engineer

470.500.1937

Divia Burke

Building Engineer

Email 470.592.0919 ext. 4013

AB

IT Support Specialist

470.500.1937

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